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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento start from €239. The average price for this train route is around €516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 3945 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Sacramento departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:55.

Train Philadelphia to Sacramento from €230 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Sacramento on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 4h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	3d 8h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Sacramento on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 4h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	3d 9h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	3d 8h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Sacramento on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 4h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	3d 8h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Sacramento on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	13:07	30th Street Station	3d 4h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	3d 9h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	3d 9h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	3d 8h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Sacramento on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:20	30th Street Station	3d 6h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	11:20	30th Street Station	3d 6h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	11:20	30th Street Station	3d 6h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	12:18	30th Street Station	3d 5h	15:05	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 01:55 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

3d 7hAverage duration

3945 kmDistance

99kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€154 - €783	Average duration3d 7h	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€239 - €3,329	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 359kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 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 €239

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento start from €239. The average price for this train route is around €516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 3945 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Sacramento departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 15:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

€280

25/01

€319

Today

€366

27/01

€1,001

28/01

€1,114

29/01

€1,022

30/01

€436

31/01

€302

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of €280

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

You can expect to pay from €280 to €2,584 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €302, which is on 2026-01-31.