How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Sacramento start from R 345. The average price for this train route is around R 539. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oakland to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Oakland to Sacramento is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 108 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Oakland to Sacramento route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 43 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oakland to Sacramento departs at 05:12. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Train Oakland to Sacramento from R 311 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	09:08	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	11:00	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:09	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	12:04	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	10:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	12:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	18:08	Emeryville Station	1h 45m	19:53	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	07:58	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	09:50	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	18:08	Emeryville Station	1h 45m	19:53	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	07:58	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	09:50	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	05:38	Emeryville Station	1h 54m	07:32	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:38	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	08:30	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	07:45	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	09:40	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:38	Emeryville Station	1h 54m	07:32	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	06:38	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	08:30	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	07:45	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	09:40	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	05:38	Emeryville Station	1h 54m	07:32	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:38	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	08:30	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	07:45	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	09:40	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:41	Emeryville Station	2h 8m	23:49	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	05:38	Emeryville Station	1h 54m	07:32	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	06:38	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	08:30	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	07:45	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	09:40	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Oakland to Sacramento on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:38	Emeryville Station	1h 54m	07:32	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Emeryville Station	1h 43m	17:56	Sacramento Valley Station	Fastest
Train	06:38	Emeryville Station	1h 52m	08:30	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	07:45	Emeryville Station	1h 55m	09:40	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Train	08:15	Emeryville Station	1h 47m	10:02	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:02 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland 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 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2h 15mAverage duration

113 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 253 - R 1 090	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 345 - R 1 217	Average duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Customers express satisfaction with the service, mentioning professional and courteous treatment from staff. They also mention that everything went smoothly on their journeys, which were quiet, spacious, and relaxing. The staff was described as friendly.

Amtrak Oakland Sacramento recent customer reviews

Everything went smoothly, it was quiet, spacious and a relaxing journey. Staff were really friendly too

Josiah F.

31 December 2022

Nice trip but arrival times were tough to determine

Robert S.

18 October 2025

Absolutely unsatisfied

Abdayab O.

9 June 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to Sacramento, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Oakland to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to Sacramento start from R 345. The average price for this train route is around R 539. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oakland to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Oakland to Sacramento is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 108 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Oakland to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 43 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Oakland to Sacramento departs at 05:12. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 466

11/12

R 397

Today

R 466

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R 466

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R 466

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R 466

16/12

R 501

17/12

R 466

The cheapest trip from Oakland to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 397

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

You can expect to pay from R 397 to R 4 294 for a train ticket from Oakland to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 466, which is on 2025-12-13.