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How does Amtrak work? Stockton,CA to Fullerton, CA?
I've never used Amtrak before, so I'm really not sure how this works. I live in an university in Stockton, CA, but wish to go down to So-Cal this Thanksgiving, Fullerton,CA. I know there are Amtrak stations in Stockton and Fullerton. But I don't know if they have routes connected, how and where to buy tickets,etc. I've already been to their website but I still don't understand how this works. Help? Thanks
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Answer 1 :
There are no direct trains between Stockton and Fullerton. The San Joaquin train runs between Sacramento, the Bay Area, and Bakersfield, with a stop in Stockton. The Southwest Chief and Pacific Surfliner trains serve Fullerton. Amtrak also operates Thruway bus service that connects with the trains. If you book from Stockton - ACE (SKT) to Fullerton (FUL) you will see bus trips from Bakersfield to LA and/or Fullerton included in the trip - current fare is $92. Book as far ahead as you can.
Answer 2 :
you will take one train (amtrak) from stockon to bakersfield then a amtrak bus to union staition then you change again to the pacific surliner to fullerton you cal also calll 1800 usarail and amtrak agent wlll also book your trip as well
Answer 3 :
You can board a San Joaquin train. You get on at Stockton and arrive in Oakland. Then in Oakland you get on the coast starlight and get off in Los Angeles. Then you have to take the pacific surfliner from there to fullerton. You can buy tickets at Stockton train station. The ride from Oakland to LA can take over 5 hours. You can also board a joaquin train and go to bakersfield. Then take an amtrak bus to LA. And then get on the pacific surfliner. There should be a phone number on the amtrak website for you to call. Hope I helped. If you're still confused you can go to your nearest amtrak station which is probably stockton and plan your tip