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

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas start from €33. The average price for this train route is around €37. 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 Salinas?

The average train journey time from Sacramento to Salinas is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Salinas route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Salinas?

The earliest train from Sacramento to Salinas departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Train Sacramento to Salinas from €29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 24 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50	Amtrak	Cheapest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50	Amtrak	No tags
07:26	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 24m	12:50	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 25 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50	Amtrak	Cheapest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50	Amtrak	No tags
07:26	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 24m	12:50	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 26 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	10:10	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	10:10	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	10:10	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	10:10	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Salinas on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	10:10	Amtrak	Fastest
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06	Amtrak	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 52m	12:40	Amtrak	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 10mAverage duration

214 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€35 - €73	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€33 - €382	Average duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5749 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 €31

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Salinas, 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 Sacramento to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas start from €33. The average price for this train route is around €37. 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 Salinas?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Salinas is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Salinas route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Salinas?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Salinas departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/01

€34

21/01

€29

Today

€37

23/01

€34

24/01

€34

25/01

€29

26/01

€29

27/01

€34

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €29

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 Salinas, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €29 to €368 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €29, which is on 2026-01-25.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 10m	Avg price€44	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 18m	Avg price€37	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Sacramento, US and Salinas, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €37 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US in about 5h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!