How much is the train ticket from Seattle to Sacramento?

The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Sacramento start from R 1 847. The average price for this train route is around R 2 313. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Seattle to Sacramento?

The average train journey time from Seattle to Sacramento is 20h 33m, covering a distance of 1005 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Sacramento?

The earliest train from Seattle to Sacramento departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Train Seattle to Sacramento from R 1 764 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Sacramento on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:55	Seattle King Street Station	20h 33m	06:28	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:54 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle 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 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

16h 45mAverage duration

1011 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 266 - R 4 742	Average duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 847 - R 3 333	Average duration20h 33m	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 1 847

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Sacramento?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Sacramento start from R 1 847. The average price for this train route is around R 2 313. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to Sacramento?
The average train journey time from Seattle to Sacramento is 20h 33m, covering a distance of 1005 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle 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 Seattle to Sacramento?
The earliest train from Seattle to Sacramento departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 2 560

10/12

R 2 214

Today

R 2 560

12/12

R 2 560

13/12

R 3 200

14/12

R 3 200

15/12

R 3 200

16/12

R 2 837

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 214

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 214 to R 12 400 for a train ticket from Seattle to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 560, which is on 2025-12-12.