Compare 2 ways to travel from Redding to San Francisco
Busbud recommends taking the train from Redding to San FranciscoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 6 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Redding to San Francisco: Trip Overview
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Train Companies
Based on 5140 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 US$48.00
Amtrak Redding San Francisco recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the bus rides and the train ride. I just struggled to navigate where the stations were as someone who was doing all this for the first time while carrying two big suitcases.
Kay V.
Redding to San Francisco Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Redding - San Francisco (CA), US
How much does a cheap train ticket from Redding to San Francisco cost?
The average train ticket price from Redding to San Francisco is US$62. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Redding to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Redding to San Francisco?
A train trip between Redding and San Francisco is around 6h 49m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 196 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Redding and San Francisco?
The number of trains from Redding to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Redding to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Redding to San Francisco was searched and found on 27 May 2025 with a price of US$84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Redding to San Francisco as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$84 to US$438 for a train ticket from Redding to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84, which is on 2025-05-27.
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Francisco you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Redding and San Francisco, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Redding to San Francisco and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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