The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
14 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 1 trains that leave Riverside, CA for Sacramento, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 632 km distance in an average of 14 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 35 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 14 h 35 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 Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €71.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
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€77 Average price | €185 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 PM Riverside, CA | 14h35 | 6:35 AM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average train duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 12h 0m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Riverside, CA and Sacramento, CA from $42 (€34). 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 Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA to Sacramento, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple entry and exit points.
- Mission Inn Restaurant
- The Salted Pig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown
- The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
- Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: Metrolink services
- Platform 2: Amtrak services
- Bus: Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) routes available
- Metrolink: 91/Perris Valley Line, Inland Empire-Orange County Line, Riverside Line
- 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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