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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Sacramento Valley Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Sacramento
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 989, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 R 1 471
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Sacramento start from R 1 471. The average price for this train route is around R 1 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Portland to Sacramento is 16h 6m, covering a distance of 779 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Sacramento 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 Portland to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Portland to Sacramento departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 816To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 816 to R 11 795 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 335, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Portland, OR and Sacramento, 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 R 1 471 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 471. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Sacramento, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US in about 12h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!
