Mountain View to California Trains

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Duration	11h 26m
Distance	353.4 miles
Average price	$70
Frequency	Daily

Trip overview

Train

Mountain View

California

The average train between Mountain View and California takes 11h 26m and the fastest train takes 11h 24m. There is at least one train per day from Mountain View to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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San Jose Diridon Station
Los Angeles

12h 12m

$60 - $86

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Mountain View to California train times

Trains run once daily between Mountain View and Los Angeles. The service departs Mountain View at 09:36 in the morning, which arrives into Los Angeles at 21:00. All services require a transfer at San Jose Diridon Caltrain and take an average of 11h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, January 21, 2021

Caltrain, Amtrak

Departing Friday, January 22, 2021

Departing Saturday, January 23, 2021

Departing Sunday, January 24, 2021

Departing Monday, January 25, 2021

Departing Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Mountain View to California? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to California?

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Is there a direct train between Mountain View and California?

No, there is no direct train from Mountain View to California station. However, there are services departing from Mountain View Caltrain and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

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How far is it from Mountain View to California?

The distance between Mountain View and California is 191 miles. The road distance is 353.4 miles.

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Where do I catch the Mountain View to California train from?

Mountain View to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

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Where does the Mountain View to California train arrive?

Mountain View to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

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Where can I stay near California?

There are 10+ hotels available in California. Prices start at $100 USD per night.

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What companies run services between Mountain View and California?

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose Diridon Station to Los Angeles Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $55 - $80 and the journey takes 10h 53m.

Train operators

Amtrak

Ave. Duration

10h 53m

Frequency

Once daily

Estimated price

$55 - $80

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.