The cheapest and fastest trains from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 19 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 1 trains that leave Denver, CO for Sacramento, CA on Tue, Feb 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 1427 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 19 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 1 d 7 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €116. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €116, and a train costs an average of €124.
Distance: 886 miles (1427 km)
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€381 Average price | €268 Average price | €174 Average price Cheapest |
31h 48m Average total duration 31h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 0m Average total duration 30h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 3:46 PM Denver, CO | 31h19 | 11:05 PM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 31h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $157 (€124) but you can travel from only $120 (€95) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:46, the last at 12:13. The fastest train covers the 886 miles (1427 km) distance in 31h 19m.
Distance 886 miles (1427 km) |
Average train duration 31h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€124) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 31h 19m |
First train 08:46 |
Last train 12:13 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Denver, CO and Sacramento, CA from $120 (€95). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Denver, CO to Sacramento, CA
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Wynkoop Street.
- Snooze an A.M. Eatery
- Mercantile Dining & Provision
- Ultreia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1.00
- The Crawford Hotel
- The Oxford Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and RTD services
- Hall 2: dining and shopping area
- Hall 3: hotel access
- RTD Light Rail: Lines A, B, G
- Bus: Several RTD bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
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