How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Sacramento start from £159. The average price for this train route is around £397. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Sacramento is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2371 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Sacramento 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 Richmond to Sacramento?

The earliest train from Richmond to Sacramento departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Train Richmond to Sacramento from £307 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:23	Staples Mill Road	3d 9h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	3d 7h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Sacramento on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 5h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	3d 13h	15:15	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

3d 2hAverage duration

2370 milesDistance

96kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£110 - £696	Average duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£159 - £3,219	Average duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 348kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5619 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 £159

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Sacramento, US 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 Richmond to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Sacramento start from £159. The average price for this train route is around £397. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Sacramento is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 2371 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Sacramento 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 Richmond to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Richmond to Sacramento departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

29/11

£584

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Today

£433

02/12

£357

03/12

£307

04/12

£326

05/12

£331

06/12

£396

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £307

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

You can expect to pay from £307 to £2,831 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £307, which is on 2025-12-03.