How much does a train ticket cost from Sacramento to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to New York City start from £151. The average price for this train route is around £359. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to New York City?

The average train journey time from Sacramento to New York City is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 2495 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to New York City?

The earliest train from Sacramento to New York City departs at 10:13. And the latest train departs at 12:13.

Train Sacramento to New York City from £195 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 4h	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to New York City on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 4h	18:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to New York City on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to New York City on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 4h	17:24	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to New York City on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	18:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 8h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 7h	17:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

3d 11hAverage duration

2495 milesDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£92 - £566	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£151 - £2,651	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 366kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £151

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to New York City by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Sacramento to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to New York City start from £151. The average price for this train route is around £359. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to New York City?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to New York City is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 2495 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to New York City?
The earliest train from Sacramento to New York City departs at 10:13. And the latest train departs at 12:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

£526

14/12

£418

Today

£423

16/12

£423

17/12

£568

18/12

£509

19/12

£1,144

20/12

£1,373

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to New York City was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £418

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

You can expect to pay from £418 to £2,664 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £423, which is on 2025-12-16.