Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Bakersfield to Sacramento
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 712, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Everything was good
Ahmed T.
There was a bit delay of 25 minutes
Lily O.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Sacramento, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 934. The average price for this train route is around R 1 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bakersfield to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Bakersfield to Sacramento is 8h, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bakersfield to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bakersfield to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Bakersfield to Sacramento departs at 04:12. And the latest train departs at 18:12.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 882To 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 R 882 to R 3 251 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 R 882, which is on 2025-12-12.
