How much is the train ticket from Bakersfield to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Bakersfield to Sacramento start from $54. The average price for this train route is around $76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bakersfield to Sacramento?

The average train ride duration from Bakersfield to Sacramento is 8h, covering a distance of 261 miles (421 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bakersfield to Sacramento route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bakersfield to Sacramento?

The earliest train departs from Bakersfield to Sacramento at 4:12am. And the latest train departs at 6:12pm.

Train Bakersfield to Sacramento from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Sacramento on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:02pm	Amtrak Station	5h 28m	11:30pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
2:02pm	Amtrak Station	5h 48m	7:50pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:02pm	Amtrak Station	5h 53m	7:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:02pm	Amtrak Station	7h 28m	9:30pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:02pm	Amtrak Station	9h 47m	11:49pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:51 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

266 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $113	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $104	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared mixed experiences, with some mentioning a bumpy ride that made reading difficult and others noting a slight delay of 25 minutes. Despite these observations, the overall travel experience appears to be consistent with expectations for many passengers.

Amtrak Bakersfield Sacramento recent customer reviews

It was very bumpy. More so than my last trip. I was unable to read.

Julie F.

November 11, 2024

Everything was good

Ahmed T.

April 16, 2024

There was a bit delay of 25 minutes

Lily O.

April 10, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bakersfield to Sacramento, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bakersfield to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Bakersfield to Sacramento start from $54. The average price for this train route is around $76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bakersfield to Sacramento?
The average train ride duration from Bakersfield to Sacramento is 8h, covering a distance of 261 miles (421 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bakersfield to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bakersfield to Sacramento?
The earliest train departs from Bakersfield to Sacramento at 4:12am. And the latest train departs at 6:12pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$51

12/11

$51

Today

$51

12/13

No data

12/14

No data

12/15

No data

12/16

$51

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $188 for a train ticket from Bakersfield to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-16.