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Duration 6h 41m
Distance 217.7 miles
Average price $50
Frequency 2/day

Trip overview

The average train between Redding and San Francisco takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Redding to San Francisco. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

  1. Redding Amtrak
  2. San Francisco
6h 58m
$12 - $117

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Redding to San Francisco? 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.

No, there is no direct train from Redding to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Redding Amtrak and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

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The distance between Redding and San Francisco is 226 miles. The road distance is 217.7 miles.

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Redding to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Redding Amtrak station.

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Redding to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

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There are 842+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $44 USD per night.

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What companies run services between Redding and San Francisco?

Amtrak operates a train from Redding Amtrak to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $10 - $120 and the journey takes 6h 23m.
Train operators
Amtrak
Ave. Duration
6h 23m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$10 - $120

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Redding Amtrak to Oakland
Ave. Duration
6h 23m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$10 - $120
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Child Coach - Advance Purchase
$10 - $40
Child Coach - short notice
$26 - $40
Child Business Class - advance purchase
$22 - $70
Child Business Class - short notice
$24 - $75
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$30 - $65
Business Seat - advance purchase
$45 - $140
Business Seat - short notice
$50 - $130
Coach Seat - short notice
$29 - $120
Train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramento
Ave. Duration
3h 57m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$6 - $95
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Child Coach - Advance Purchase
$6 - $30
Child Coach - short notice
$21 - $30
Child Business Class - advance purchase
$17 - $55
Child Business Class - short notice
$19 - $60
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$24 - $45
Business Seat - advance purchase
$35 - $120
Business Seat - short notice
$40 - $100
Coach Seat - short notice
$19 - $95
Train from Sacramento to Richmond
Ave. Duration
1h 27m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
$3 - $75
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Child Coach - Advance Purchase
$3 - $21
Child Coach - short notice
$12 - $23
Child Business Class - advance purchase
$12 - $45
Child Business Class - short notice
$14 - $45
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$18 - $29
Business Seat - advance purchase
$27 - $85
Business Seat - short notice
$30 - $70
Coach Seat - short notice
$11 - $75

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