How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Austin?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Austin start from $236. The average price for this train route is around $330. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Austin?

The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 1462 miles (2357 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Sacramento to Austin route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Austin?

The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Austin at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train Sacramento to Austin from $274 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Austin on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	2d	9:24am	Austin, TX	CheapestFastest
		10:13am	Sacramento Valley Station	3d 6h	6:35pm	Austin, TX	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d Average Duration

1463 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $646	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$236 - $1,691	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $236

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $236. The average price for this train route is around $330. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Austin?
The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 1462 miles (2357 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Sacramento to Austin route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Austin?
The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Austin at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/16

$356

12/17

No data

Today

$649

12/19

$1,632

12/20

$442

12/21

No data

12/22

No data

12/23

$385

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $356

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 $356 to $2,601 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 $385 which is on 2025-12-23.