The cheapest and fastest trains from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
671 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
To travel from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV you need to make at least one change.
712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK10:2811h42Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA22:10Las Vegas, NV£1171One-way1 change
712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK10:2811h42Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA22:10Las Vegas, NV£1171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 671 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£119 Average Price | £115 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV train times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK | 10:28 Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA | 11h42 | 22:10 Las Vegas, NV | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Trains from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 10:28. The fastest train covers the 671 km distance in 11h 42m.
Distance 671 km |
Average train duration 11h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 42m |
First train 8:15 |
Last train 10:28 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Francisco, CA and Las Vegas, NV from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Las Vegas, NV by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Las Vegas, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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