How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Sacramento start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $95. 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 Salt Lake City to Sacramento?

The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Sacramento is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 531 miles (856 km). The quickest train can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Sacramento route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Sacramento?

The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Sacramento at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Train Salt Lake City to Sacramento from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	16h 25m	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	16h 25m	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	16h 25m	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:40pm	Central Station	16h 25m	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Sacramento on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	11:49pm	Central Station	16h 26m	3:15pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:08 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City 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 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

13h 10mAverage Duration

530 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$73 - $133	Average Duration13h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$68 - $168	Average Duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $68

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to Sacramento start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $95. 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 Salt Lake City to Sacramento?
The average train ride duration from Salt Lake City to Sacramento is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 531 miles (856 km). The quickest train can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salt Lake City to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salt Lake City to Sacramento?
The earliest train departs from Salt Lake City to Sacramento at 11:40pm. And the latest train departs at 11:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$196

11/28

$239

Today

$161

11/30

$161

12/01

$135

12/02

$112

12/03

$112

12/04

$112

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $112

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

You can expect to pay from $112 to $623 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2025-12-02.