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Compare bus, train, and flight for Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $301.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $376 Average price | $35 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA:
A train is $0.37 (€0.30) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA costing on average $35 (€28).
A train is $342 (€276) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA costing on average $376 (€304).
Other travel options to Madera, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
Flight takes on average 4h 2m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.38 (€-3.54). The journey takes 2h 53m versus 2h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3814 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner | 12:40 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3h13 | 3:53 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
541 Capitol Corridor · 716 Gold Runner | 12:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 5h00 | 5:53 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
3816 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner | 2:00 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3h53 | 5:53 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
3716 AMTRAK · 716 Gold Runner | 2:15 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3h38 | 5:53 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
545 Capitol Corridor · 718 Gold Runner | 3:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 5h24 | 9:17 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
704 Gold Runner | 5:20 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2h44 | 8:04 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
3718 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner | 6:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3h12 | 9:17 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA
Trains from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Sacramento, CA and Madera, CA from $29 (€23). 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 Sacramento, CA to Madera, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Madera, 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 Madera, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sacramento, CA to Madera, 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
- Ramps.
- The station is unstaffed and consists of a single platform with basic amenities.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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