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San Francisco → Sacramento

Lowest Price
$86
Highest Price
$153
Daily Trains
30

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Schedule

2026-04-22
DepartsArrivesDurationServicePriceTransfers
5:10am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
5:20pm
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
12h 10m
AMT
#5811:711:3711
$862 stops
5:10am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
5:35pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 25m
AMT
#5811:711:3711
$892 stops
5:10am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
5:35pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 25m
AMT
#5811:711:3811
$892 stops
5:10am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
12:56am
Valley Station - 401 I St
19h 46m
AMT
#5811:6238:538
$1432 stops
11:01am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
11:35pm
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
12h 34m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3715
$1043 stops
11:01am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
11:45pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 44m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3715
$1073 stops
11:01am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
11:50pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 49m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3815
$1073 stops
11:01am
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
3:41am
Valley Station - 401 I St
16h 40m
AMT
#761:4761:544
$1532 stops
11:10am
4005 Taylor St
11:35pm
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
12h 25m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3715
$1033 stops
11:10am
4005 Taylor St
11:45pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 35m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3715
$1063 stops
11:10am
4005 Taylor St
11:50pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
12h 40m
AMT
#761:5815:715:3815
$1063 stops
11:10am
4005 Taylor St
3:41am
Valley Station - 401 I St
16h 31m
AMT
#761:4761:544
$1532 stops
1:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
2:40am
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
13h 39m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3717
$1043 stops
1:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
6:49am
Valley Station - 401 I St
17h 48m
AMT
#765:14
$1451 stop
1:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
2:50am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 49m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3717
$1073 stops
1:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
2:55am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 54m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3817
$1073 stops
1:10pm
4005 Taylor St
2:40am
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
13h 30m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3717
$1033 stops
1:10pm
4005 Taylor St
6:49am
Valley Station - 401 I St
17h 39m
AMT
#765:14
$1441 stop
1:10pm
4005 Taylor St
2:50am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 40m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3717
$1063 stops
1:10pm
4005 Taylor St
2:55am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 45m
AMT
#765:5817:717:3817
$1063 stops
3:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
4:50am
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
13h 49m
AMT
#769:5719:719:3819
$1043 stops
3:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
5:00am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 59m
AMT
#769:5719:719:3819
$1073 stops
3:10pm
4005 Taylor St
4:50am
1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets
13h 40m
AMT
#769:5719:719:3819
$1033 stops
3:10pm
4005 Taylor St
5:00am
Valley Station - 401 I St
13h 50m
AMT
#769:5719:719:3819
$1063 stops
11:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
3:30pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
16h 29m
AMT
#785:4785:522
$1052 stops
11:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
4:40pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
17h 39m
AMT
#785:4785:524
$1052 stops
11:01pm
Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd
5:12pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
18h 11m
AMT
#785:4785:6
$1172 stops
11:10pm
4005 Taylor St
4:40pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
17h 30m
AMT
#785:4785:524
$1052 stops
11:10pm
4005 Taylor St
3:30pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
16h 20m
AMT
#785:4785:522
$1052 stops
11:10pm
4005 Taylor St
5:12pm
Valley Station - 401 I St
18h 2m
AMT
#785:4785:6
$1172 stops

Price History

Travel DateLowest PriceChecked
2026-04-22$862026-04-21
2026-04-21$862026-04-20
2026-04-20$862026-04-19
2026-04-19$862026-04-18
2026-04-18$862026-04-17
2026-04-17$862026-04-16
2026-04-16$1032026-04-15
2026-04-15$862026-04-14

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About the San Francisco to Sacramento Train Route

Amtrak train tickets from San Francisco to Sacramento currently range from $86 to $153, with 30 trains running daily. Prices vary based on travel date, time of day, and how far in advance you book.

Services on this route include AMT. The fastest trip takes 12h 10m, while the longest is 19h 46m.

Trains depart from Santa Fe Depot - 1050 Kettner Blvd, 4005 Taylor St and arrive at 1389 10th Street 10th and N Streets, Valley Station - 401 I St.

Tips for Finding Cheap San Francisco to Sacramento Train Tickets

  • Book early — Amtrak fares generally increase as the travel date approaches. Booking 2-4 weeks ahead often yields the best prices.
  • Be flexible with dates — Midweek travel (Tuesday-Thursday) is typically cheaper than weekends and holidays.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the train from San Francisco to Sacramento cost?

Fares currently range from $86 to $153. Prices depend on service class, travel date, and how far in advance you book.

How long is the train ride from San Francisco to Sacramento?

The fastest train takes about 12 hours and 10 minutes. Travel time varies by service type and number of stops.

How many trains run daily from San Francisco to Sacramento?

There are typically 30 trains per day on this route. Frequency may vary on weekends and holidays.

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