The cheapest and fastest trains from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$169
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
15 h 18 m
Average duration
15 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $169.
It's difficult to get from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 388 miles (625 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price | €78 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 544 Capitol Corridor | 2:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 14h40 | 4:41 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 550 Capitol Corridor | 2:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 16h04 | 6:05 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK | 2:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h34 | 12:35 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK | 2:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h44 | 12:45 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3815 AMTRAK | 2:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h49 | 12:50 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3715 AMTRAK | 2:10 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 10h25 | 12:35 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3817 AMTRAK | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h54 | 3:55 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3717 AMTRAK | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h49 | 3:50 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 15h48 | 7:49 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3717 AMTRAK | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h39 | 3:40 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 15h48 | 7:49 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 5817 AMTRAK · 717 Gold Runner · 3717 AMTRAK | 4:10 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 11h30 | 3:40 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK | 6:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h59 | 6:00 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK | 6:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h49 | 5:50 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 5719 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK | 6:10 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 11h40 | 5:50 AM Sacramento, CA | 3 transfers | |
573 Pacific Surfliner · 5703 AMTRAK · 703 Gold Runner | 8:01 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h34 | 7:35 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
![]() | 8:31 AM Orange, CA | 15h18 | 11:49 PM Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€71) but you can travel from only $68 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average train duration 9h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€71) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 50m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Orange, CA and Sacramento, CA from $68 (€54). 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 Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA to Sacramento, CA
- 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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