Trains tickets from New York to San Francisco (CA), US

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Fri25 Apr
from US$341
Sat26 Apr
Sun27 Apr
Mon28 Apr
Tue29 Apr
from US$341
Wed30 Apr
Thu1 May
Fri2 May

Next departures to San Francisco

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train New York to San Francisco: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$1,303
Average train trip duration3d 5h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure15:40
Distance2559 miles

New York to San Francisco Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - San Francisco

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New York to San Francisco cost?

    The average train ticket price from New York to San Francisco is US$1,303. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from New York to San Francisco?

    A train trip between New York and San Francisco is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2563 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between New York and San Francisco?

    The number of trains from New York to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/04
US$598
22/04
US$453
Today
US$687
24/04
US$549
25/04
US$341
26/04
US$297
27/04
US$219
28/04
US$241
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to San Francisco was searched and found on 27 Apr 2025 with a price of US$219

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York to San Francisco as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$219 to US$2,406 for a train ticket from New York to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$219, which is on 2025-04-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from New York to San Francisco is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between New York and San Francisco, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from New York to San Francisco.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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