How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Santa Clara?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Santa Clara start from R 666. The average price for this train route is around R 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Santa Clara?

The average train journey time from Sacramento to Santa Clara is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Santa Clara route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sacramento to Santa Clara departs at 04:10. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

Train Sacramento to Santa Clara from R 623 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Santa Clara on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:23	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 47m	17:10	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	17:01	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 45m	19:46	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	14:23	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 56m	17:19	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	17:01	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	19:55	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Santa Clara on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 46m	08:49	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	12:53	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 45m	15:38	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	08:57	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	07:26	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 56m	10:22	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	08:53	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	11:47	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Santa Clara on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 46m	08:49	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	12:53	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 45m	15:38	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	08:57	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	07:26	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 56m	10:22	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	08:53	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	11:47	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Santa Clara on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 45m	07:05	Great America Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	07:14	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	08:17	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	09:40	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	07:41	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	10:38	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Santa Clara on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 45m	07:05	Great America Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	07:14	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 54m	08:17	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	09:40	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	07:41	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	10:38	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:20 PM PST.

Get from Sacramento to Santa Clara

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 666, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

2h 52mAverage duration

143 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 666

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, 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 Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Santa Clara start from R 666. The average price for this train route is around R 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Santa Clara is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Santa Clara route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Santa Clara departs at 04:10. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

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 623

11/12

R 623

Today

R 623

13/12

R 623

14/12

R 623

15/12

No data

16/12

R 623

17/12

R 623

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 623

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 Santa Clara, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 623 to R 9 163 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 623, which is on 2025-12-13.