How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Salinas?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $47. 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 Salinas?

The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Salinas is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 132 miles (213 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Sacramento to Salinas 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 Salinas?

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

Train Sacramento to Salinas from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:41am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 9m	12:50pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
11:53am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	4:40pm	Amtrak	Fastest
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06pm	Amtrak	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06pm	Amtrak	No tags
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 52m	10:15am	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:03pm	Sacramento Valley Station	7h 42m	12:45am	Amtrak	Cheapest
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06pm	Amtrak	Fastest
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 18m	12:06pm	Amtrak	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:35 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $84	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $349	Average Duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $36

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 Salinas, 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 Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $47. 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 Salinas?
The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Salinas is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 132 miles (213 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Sacramento to Salinas 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 Salinas?
The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Salinas 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

12/09

$33

12/10

$33

Today

$42

12/12

$44

12/13

$44

12/14

$42

12/15

No data

12/16

No data

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $33

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 Salinas, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $421 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 10m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 18m	Avg Price$47	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Sacramento, US and Salinas, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $47 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US in about 5h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!