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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Santa Cruz to La Quinta. Traveling by train from Santa Cruz to La Quinta usually takes 16 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 16 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 396 mi (636 km) |
Fastest train | 16h 30m |
Lowest price | $98.50 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Santa Cruz to La Quinta?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Cruz to La Quinta. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 3 | 16h 45m | $105.08 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Santa Cruz to La Quinta every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $99.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Santa Cruz and La Quinta is approximately 396 miles, or 636 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 16 hours and 30 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Santa Cruz to La Quinta are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Santa Cruz at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from La Quinta to Santa Cruz.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Santa Cruz?
Main departure station: Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
There is one train station in Santa Cruz.
All train stations in Santa Cruz:
Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
Where is the train station in La Quinta?
Main arrival station: 78822 Hwy 111
La Quinta has one train station.
All train stations in La Quinta:
78822 Hwy 111
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