California has the most Amtrak stations in the United States — more than 70. There are trains that only travel within California, such as the Capitol Corridor, Gold Runner, and the Pacific Surfliner. Or you can board long-distance Amtrak routes in Los Angeles and the Bay Area to travel across the country to Chicago and New Orleans (with many stops in between).
In this guide, learn about the California Amtrak routes and view the list of stations organized by region.
This content was created by train travel advocates and is not affiliated with Amtrak. Visit Amtrak.com for schedules and station amenities.
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California Amtrak Routes
The following Amtrak routes stop in California. Click the links for routes guides to learn more about train amenities, schedules, and helpful things to know.
- California Zephyr (Emeryville-Chicago)
- Capitol Corridor (Northern California)
- Coast Starlight (LA-Seattle)
- Gold Runner (Northern California)
- Pacific Surfliner (Southern & Central California)
- Southwest Chief (Los Angeles-Chicago)
- Sunset Limited (Los Angeles-New Orleans)
- Texas Eagle (Los Angeles-Chicago)
Southern California Amtrak Stations
Visit beach towns, theme parks (Disneyland, Universal Studios, Seaworld) and even the Reagan Presidential Library (Simi Valley) via Southern California train stations.
Central California Amtrak Stations
Experience world-class wine country in Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, and Lodi, or head inland in Central California for gateway cities for Yosemite (via Merced) and Sequoia (via Fresno) National Parks.
| Station | Route |
|---|---|
| Bakersfield, CA (BFD) | Gold Runner |
| Corcoran, CA (COC) | Gold Runner |
| Fresno, CA – Santa Fe Passenger Depot (FNO) | Gold Runner |
| Grover Beach, CA (GVB) | Pacific Surfliner |
| Guadalupe, CA (GUA) | Pacific Surfliner |
| Hanford, CA (HNF) | Gold Runner |
| Lodi, CA (LOD) (Gold Runner) | Gold Runner |
| Lompoc-Surf, CA (LPS) | Pacific Surfliner |
| Madera, CA (MDR) | Gold Runner |
| Merced, CA (MCD) | Gold Runner |
| Modesto, CA (MOD) | Gold Runner |
| Paso Robles, CA (PRB) | Coast Starlight |
| San Luis Obispo, CA – Amtrak Station (SLO) | Coast Starlight, Pacific Surfliner |
| Stockton, CA – San Joaquin Street Station (SKN) | Gold Runner |
| Turlock-Denair, CA (TRK) | Gold Runner |
| Wasco, CA (WAC) | Gold Runner |
Northern California Amtrak Stations
Sacramento and Bay Area cities are the major stops in Northern California. You can also travel to the Sierra Nevada by train for amazing scenery. Exit in Truckee for hiking and skiing or head to Reno for easy car rentals for the hour drive to Lake Tahoe.
| Station | Route |
|---|---|
| Antioch-Pittsburg, CA (ACA) | Gold Runner |
| Auburn, CA (ARN) | Capitol Corridor |
| Berkeley, CA (BKY) | Capitol Corridor |
| Chico, CA (CIC) | Coast Starlight |
| Colfax, CA (COX) | California Zephyr |
| Davis, CA (DAV) | California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight |
| Dunsmuir, CA (DUN) | Coast Starlight |
| Emeryville, CA (EMY) | California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight, Gold Runner |
| Fairfield-Vacaville, CA (FFV) | Capitol Corridor |
| Fremont, CA – Amtrak/ACE Station (FMT) | Capitol Corridor |
| Hayward, CA (HAY) | Capitol Corridor |
| Martinez, CA (MTZ) | California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight, Gold Runner) |
| Oakland, CA – Coliseum/Airport (OAC) | Capitol Corridor |
| Oakland, CA – Jack London Square Station (OKJ) | Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight, Gold Runner |
| Redding, CA – Amtrak Station (RDD) | Coast Starlight |
| Richmond, CA (RIC) | Capitol Corridor, Gold Runner |
| Rocklin, CA (RLN) | Capitol Corridor |
| Roseville, CA (RSV) | California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor |
| Sacramento, CA – Sacramento Valley Station (SAC) | California Zephyr, Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight, Gold Runner |
| Salinas, CA – Amtrak Station (SNS) | Coast Starlight |
| San Jose, CA – Diridon Station (SJC) | Capitol Corridor, Coast Starlight |
| Santa Clara, CA – Great America (GAC) | Capitol Corridor |
| Santa Clara, CA – Santa Clara University (SCC) | Capitol Corridor |
| Suisun-Fairfield, CA (SUI) | Capitol Corridor |
| Truckee, CA (TRU) | California Zephyr |
FAQ
Which cities in California have Amtrak stations?
California has over 70 Amtrak stations across the state. Key locations include:
- Big cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco (via Emeryville), San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose
- Tourist destinations: Santa Barbara, Anaheim, Ventura, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles
- Small beach towns: Solana Beach, Carlsbad, Oceanside, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Carpinteria
Can I travel between California cities using only Amtrak?
Yes! California’s regional routes allow for easy intercity travel without a car. Examples:
- Pacific Surfliner – San Diego ↔ Los Angeles ↔ Santa Barbara ↔ San Luis Obispo
- Capitol Corridor – San Jose ↔ Oakland ↔ Sacramento
- Gold Runner – Sacramento ↔ Oakland ↔ Bakersfield
Where can I catch long-distance Amtrak trains in California?
View the list below for some of the California cities where you can board a long-distance train.
- Los Angeles: Coast Starlight, Southwest Chief, Sunset Limited, Texas Eagle
- Emeryville: Coast Starlight, California Zephyr
- Fullerton: Southwest Chief
- Oakland: Coast Starlight, California Zephyr
- Palm Springs: Sunset Limited, Texas Eagle
- Sacramento: Coast Starlight, California Zephyr
- San Bernardino: Southwest Chief
- Santa Barbara: Coast Starlight
Which Amtrak stations are closest to California attractions?
Many California Amtrak stations are near popular tourist destinations, including:
- Anaheim: Disneyland and California Adventure Park
- Burbank: Universal Studios
- Carlsbad: LEGOLAND California
- Ventura: Channel Islands National Park
- Santa Barbara: Beaches, wine tasting, historic downtown
- San Luis Obispo: Mission San Luis Obispo, hiking, wine country
- Fresno: Gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
- San Diego: San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park
- San Diego Old Town: Mission Bay and SeaWorld
Do all California Amtrak stations have full amenities?
Amenities vary by station. Larger stations typically have ticket counters, restrooms, and checked bag service for long-distance trains. Example include Los Angeles and Sacramento. Other stations may have just a basic platform and shelter. View the list of stations above and click the links for station amenities.
More Information
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- 18 best Amtrak trips from San Francisco
- 15 best Amtrak trips from Sacramento
Photo by Dietmar Rabich / Wikimedia Commons / “Los Angeles (California, USA), Union Station — 2012 — 4938” / CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated October 2026
