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Palo Alto to Citrus Heights trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Palo Alto and Citrus Heights takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. There is at least one train per day from Palo Alto to Citrus Heights. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 8m
Duration
161 mi
Distance
$100
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Palo Alto to Citrus Heights train times

Trains run once daily between Palo Alto and Citrus Heights. The earliest departure is at 2:17 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Palo Alto is at 4:19 PM which arrives into Citrus Heights at 8:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 10m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 10m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 10m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 3m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 3m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 10m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrak4h 10m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Palo Alto to Citrus Heights? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Palo Alto to Citrus Heights.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 161.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Citrus Heights, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Roseville Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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