How much is the train ticket from Portland to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Sacramento start from R 1 391. The average price for this train route is around R 1 391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Portland to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Portland to Sacramento is 16h 6m, covering a distance of 779 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Portland to Sacramento route?

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

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

The earliest train from Portland to Sacramento departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Train Portland to Sacramento from R 1 325 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 14 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 15 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 16 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 17 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 18 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 19 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 20 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Sacramento on 21 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	14:22	Union Station	16h 6m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:57 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

12h 25mAverage duration

778 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 194 - R 2 894	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 391 - R 2 559	Average duration16h 6m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5759 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 391

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to Sacramento start from R 1 391. The average price for this train route is around R 1 391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Portland to Sacramento is 16h 6m, covering a distance of 779 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland to Sacramento route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Portland to Sacramento departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/02

R 2 453

12/02

R 2 453

Today

R 3 140

14/02

R 2 208

15/02

R 10 006

16/02

R 10 006

17/02

R 1 946

18/02

R 1 946

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 946

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 946 to R 11 151 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 946, which is on 2026-02-17.