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06/25/2025
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Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train

The journey from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train is 324.96 mi and takes 8 hr 51 min. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:29 AM and the last at 9:39 PM. It is possible to travel from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 8 hr 51 min
Connection per Day 2
First Departure 3:29 AM
Last Departure 9:39 PM
Distance 324.96 mi
Departure Berkeley, CA
Arrival Palmdale, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA

The cheapest Berkeley, CA - Palmdale, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $79.38 if you’re lucky, or $96.94 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $116.73.

Find the best day to travel to Palmdale, CA by train

When travelling to Palmdale, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA
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Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
36.61kg
Bus
39.22kg
Flight
104.59kg
Car
83.67kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA are 36.61kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA? By taking the train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA you will save 67.98kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.61kg compared to a bus and 47.06kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA by train?
Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA is 324.96 mi.
How long does the train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA take?
Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA is on average 8 hr 51 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hr 26 min.
How many train connections per day go from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA?
Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA leave?
The earliest train from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA departs at 3:29 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA depart?
The latest train from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA departs at 9:39 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA is 8 hr 26 min.
Is there a direct train from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Berkeley, CA and Palmdale, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA by train?
The train journey from Berkeley, CA to Palmdale, CA creates 36.61kg of CO2 emissions.