How much is the train ticket from Denver to Truckee?

The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Truckee start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Denver to Truckee?

The average train ride duration from Denver to Truckee is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 807 miles (1302 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Denver to Truckee route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Denver to Truckee?

The earliest train departs from Denver to Truckee at 8:46am. And the latest train departs at 8:46am.

Train Denver to Truckee from $133 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Denver to Truckee on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:46am	Union Station	1d 2h	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:46am	Union Station	1d 2h	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Truckee on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:46am	Union Station	1d 2h	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Denver to Truckee on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:46am	Union Station	1d 2h	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Denver to Truckee on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:46am	Union Station	1d 2h	10:42am	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:04 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Denver to Truckee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Truckee. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

807 milesDistance

118kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $406	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$139 - $1,596	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $139

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Denver to Truckee by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Denver to Truckee?
The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Truckee start from $139. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Denver to Truckee?
The average train ride duration from Denver to Truckee is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 807 miles (1302 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Denver to Truckee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Denver to Truckee?
The earliest train departs from Denver to Truckee at 8:46am. And the latest train departs at 8:46am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

$163

12/12

$163

Today

$196

12/14

$163

12/15

$163

12/16

No data

12/17

$163

12/18

$744

The cheapest trip from Denver to Truckee was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $1,142 for a train ticket from Denver to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Denver to Truckee?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 3h	Avg Price$224	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 2h	Avg Price$170	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Denver and Truckee is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $170 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $139. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Truckee, choose the train, as it will take you from Denver to Truckee in about 1d 2h - that's the fastest way to get there!