Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA

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TodayApr 16
TomorrowApr 17
from $97
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from $87
FriApr 19
from $84
SatApr 20
from $84
SunApr 21
from $87
MonApr 22
from $66
TueApr 23

Next departures to Los Angeles

One passenger / one way

7:13PM
14h59m
10:12AM
Los Angeles - Union Station
Cheapest
Sacramento - Sacramento Valley Station
Cheapest
9:51AM
13h58m
11:49PM
Los Angeles - Union Station
2nd Cheapest
Sacramento - Sacramento Valley Station
2nd Cheapest
7:55AM
13h15m
9:10PM
Los Angeles - Northridge Station
Fastest
Sacramento - Sacramento Valley Station
Fastest
7:13AM
13h57m
9:10PM
Los Angeles - Union Station
Sacramento - Sacramento Valley Station
7:13AM
13h57m
9:10PM
Los Angeles - Union Station
Sacramento - Sacramento Valley Station
Train Los Angeles to Sacramento: Trip Overview

Train Los Angeles to Sacramento: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$127
Average train trip duration13h 58m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure7:13 AM
Distance361 miles (582 km)
Latest train departure7:13 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Los Angeles Sacramento recent customer reviews

Overall, a positive experience. It would have been nice, to have a more direct (train only) route, rather than taking a bus from L.A. to Bakersfield, then a train to Stockton, and then, one more bus, from Stockton to Sacramento.

John C.December 27, 2022
US train company: Brightline

Los Angeles to Sacramento Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains5
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:13AM - 7:13PM
Minimum Price$66
Average Ticket Price$127
Minimum Trip Duration13h15m
Average Train Trip Duration13h58m
Distance361 miles (582 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles - Sacramento

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Sacramento is $127. The best way to find train tickets from Los Angeles to Sacramento is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Los Angeles and Sacramento is around 13h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 362 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Los Angeles to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Los Angeles to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/14
$66
04/15
$66
Today
No data
04/17
No data
04/18
$66
04/19
$84
04/20
$66
04/21
$66
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento was searched and found on Apr 14, 2024 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $153 for a train ticket from Los Angeles to Sacramento based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2024-04-18.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Los Angeles to Sacramento is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Sacramento, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Los Angeles and Sacramento compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Los Angeles to Sacramento, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Sacramento to Los Angeles

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