How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Austin?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Austin start at $333. The average price for this train route is around $466. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sacramento to Austin?

The average train trip from Sacramento to Austin takes 2d and covers 2357 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Austin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sacramento to Austin departs at 6:48am. The latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train Sacramento to Austin from $388 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Austin on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	2d	9:24am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
		10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 6h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:25 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $205, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d Average Duration

2360 kmDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$205 - $912	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$333 - $2,388	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 214kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,653 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5653 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $333

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, 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 Sacramento to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Austin start at $333. The average price for this train route is around $466. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sacramento to Austin?
The average train trip from Sacramento to Austin takes 2d and covers 2357 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Austin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Austin?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Austin departs at 6:48am. The latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-16

$503

12-17

No data

Today

$917

12-19

$2,306

12-20

$625

12-21

No data

12-22

No data

12-23

$544

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $503

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $503 to $3,675 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $544 which is on 2025-12-23.