How much does a train ticket from Sacramento to Salinas cost?

The average train ticket price from Sacramento to Salinas is $42. The best way to find train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas 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!

How long is the train trip from Sacramento to Salinas?

A train trip between Sacramento and Salinas is around 5h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 132 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Sacramento and Salinas?

The number of trains from Sacramento to Salinas can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Sacramento to Salinas by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Sacramento to Salinas?

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

Train Sacramento to Salinas from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 50m	12:45am	Amtrak	Cheapest
		7:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 50m	12:45am	Amtrak	Fastest

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 45m	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
5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 5m	10:15am	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 45m	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
5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 5m	10:15am	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 50m	12:45am	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 50m	12:45am	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
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 50m	12:45am	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 50m	12:45am	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
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 2m	12:50pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Salinas on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 50m	12:45am	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55pm	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 50m	12:45am	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
5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 5m	10:15am	Amtrak	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:36 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Salinas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 5 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 18mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $84	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $82	Average Duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/17

$33

11/18

$38

Today

$33

11/20

$33

11/21

$38

11/22

$44

11/23

$44

11/24

$44

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 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 $406 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 $33 which is on 2025-11-20.

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$42	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 $42 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!