How much does a train ticket from Sacramento to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Sacramento to New York City is $520. The best way to find train tickets from Sacramento to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Sacramento to New York City?

A train trip between Sacramento and New York City is around 3d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2497 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Sacramento and New York City?

The number of trains from Sacramento to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Sacramento to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Sacramento to New York City?

When taking the train from Sacramento to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Metropolitan Museum of Art, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Bronx Zoo, Central Park.

Train Sacramento to New York City from $254 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 9h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	7:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 9h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to New York City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 5h	6:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 3h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:28 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

3d 11hAverage Duration

2494 milesDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $715	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$223 - $3,459	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 366kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $223

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to New York City by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$2,027

11/29

$641

Today

$568

12/01

$413

12/02

$495

12/03

$461

12/04

$498

12/05

$344

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $344

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $344 to $3,305 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $344 which is on 2025-12-05.