How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Austin?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Austin start from R 4 042. The average price for this train route is around R 5 661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Austin?

The average train journey time from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 2357 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Austin 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 Sacramento to Austin?

The earliest train from Sacramento to Austin departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Train Sacramento to Austin from R 4 710 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Austin on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	2d	09:24	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
		10:13	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 6h	18:35	Austin, TX	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 2 487, 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 priceR 2 487 - R 11 090	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 042 - R 29 057	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 214kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 654 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5654 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 042

US train 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 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 Sacramento to Austin?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Austin start from R 4 042. The average price for this train route is around R 5 661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Austin?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 2357 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Austin 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 Sacramento to Austin?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Austin departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/12

R 6 120

17/12

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Today

R 11 157

19/12

R 28 054

20/12

R 7 598

21/12

No data

22/12

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23/12

R 6 618

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 120

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 R 6 120 to R 44 711 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 R 6 618, which is on 2025-12-23.