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John Muir National Historic Site
Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA:
A bus is $0.43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA costing on average $23.
Other travel options to Martinez, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $23 compared to roughly $13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:48 PM Sacramento, CA | 1h06 | 3:54 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:53 PM Sacramento, CA | 1h00 | 11:53 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 58m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Martinez, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Martinez, CA trip today.
Historic home and orchards of naturalist John Muir, with furnished rooms and exhibits on his life, writing, and conservation work.
Local history museum in downtown Martinez with exhibits on railroads, industry, daily life, and the city's waterfront past.
Specialized museum preserving shell and cartridge history, with displays valued by collectors and visitors interested in military artifacts.
Shoreline trail and fishing area beside the strait, popular for walking, birdwatching, and bridge views.
Waterfront park with marina views, picnic areas, trails, and broad scenery across the Carquinez Strait.
Lively historic downtown corridor lined with preserved buildings, independent shops, murals, and regular community events.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sacramento, CA to Martinez, CA trains use the Sacramento Valley Station to Martinez Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and Martinez, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sacramento Valley Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Firehouse Restaurant, Ten22
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento Valley Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade, Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena, Kimpton Sawyer Hotel.
Martinez Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Barrelista Coffee House, Lemongrass Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Martinez Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Martinez Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Martinez Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Martinez Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Martinez Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Quality Inn, Best Western John Muir Inn, Muir Lodge Motel.
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