Trains tickets from Salt Lake City to Sacramento, US

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Today28 Jun
from US$141
Tomorrow29 Jun
Mon30 Jun
from US$141
Tue1 Jul
from US$118
Wed2 Jul
from US$141
Thu3 Jul
Fri4 Jul
from US$118
Sat5 Jul
from US$118

Trains leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 1 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Salt Lake City
    Departure location: Central Station
    Arrival time: 1 July at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salt Lake City to Sacramento

Bus
Average priceUS$65 - US$137Average duration13h 10m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$67 - US$141Average duration16h 25m
78kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salt Lake City to Sacramento

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
13h 10mAverage duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salt Lake City to Sacramento: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$118
Average train trip duration16h 25m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure23:40
Distance531 miles

Salt Lake City to Sacramento Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salt Lake City - Sacramento, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City to Sacramento cost?

    The average train ticket price from Salt Lake City to Sacramento is US$118. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salt Lake City to Sacramento 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento?

    A train trip between Salt Lake City and Sacramento is around 16h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 532 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Salt Lake City and Sacramento?

    The number of trains from Salt Lake City to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Salt Lake City to Sacramento?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/06
US$135
27/06
US$135
Today
US$135
29/06
US$75
30/06
US$135
01/07
US$112
02/07
US$135
03/07
US$112
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento was searched and found on 29 Jun 2025 with a price of US$75

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 as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$75 to US$623 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to Sacramento based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$75, which is on 2025-06-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Sacramento you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Salt Lake City and Sacramento compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Sacramento to Salt Lake City

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