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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Reno Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:59 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Reno
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 349, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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According to customer reviews, the ride to Reno was beautiful with scenic views. However, there were some issues with broken seats and footrests. It's worth noting that a few customers mentioned being on the train instead of the bus.
Amtrak Sacramento Reno recent customer reviews
Ride was really beautiful to Reno. Only problem was my husband’s seat was broke and the foot rest was broke. We can switched seats because it was ok for me. Scenery was beautiful from city to country and sunny to snow to rain.
Debbie C.
We were on the train not the bus.
Beverley B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Reno 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 Reno?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Reno start from R 1 024. The average price for this train route is around R 1 507. 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 Reno?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Reno is 5h 4m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Reno 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 Reno?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Reno departs at 10:13. And the latest train departs at 12:13.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Reno was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 176To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Reno as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 176 to R 8 976 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 176, which is on 2025-12-16.
