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Trip Overview

The average train between Santa Monica and Folsom takes 21h 15m and the fastest train takes 20h. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Santa Monica to Folsom. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 15m
Duration
592 mi
Distance
$367
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Santa Monica to Folsom train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Santa Monica and Folsom. The service departs Santa Monica at 8:49 AM in the morning, which arrives into Folsom at 04:49:00. All services require a transfer at 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines and take an average of 21h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit20h • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit20h • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit22h 30m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit25h • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit20h • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Metro Los AngelesMetro Los AngelesAmtrakSacramento Regional Transit20h • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Santa Monica to Folsom? 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 Santa Monica to Folsom.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 592.1 mi
  • Duration: 21h 15m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and Folsom, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $300–470 and the journey takes 13h 58m.

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