How much does a train ticket cost from Truckee to Colfax?

The cheapest train tickets from Truckee to Colfax start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Truckee to Colfax?

The average train journey time from Truckee to Colfax is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Truckee to Colfax route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Truckee to Colfax?

The earliest train from Truckee to Colfax departs at 10:33. And the latest train departs at 10:42.

Train Truckee to Colfax from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Truckee to Colfax on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:42	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	2h 27m	13:09	Colfax Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:42	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	2h 27m	13:09	Colfax Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:57 PST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Colfax. The journey takes about 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 17mAverage duration

44 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £56	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £39	Average duration2h 17m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £17

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Truckee to Colfax, CA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Truckee to Colfax?
The cheapest train tickets from Truckee to Colfax start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Truckee to Colfax?
The average train journey time from Truckee to Colfax is 2h 17m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Truckee to Colfax route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Truckee to Colfax?
The earliest train from Truckee to Colfax departs at 10:33. And the latest train departs at 10:42.

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The cheapest trip from Truckee to Colfax, CA was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £371 for a train ticket from Truckee to Colfax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-13.