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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$34

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Sacramento, CA for Modesto, CA on Thu, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.

02:26PM1h28

Sacramento, CA

03:54PMModesto, CA

$201One-way

0 transfers

11:55PM3h59

Sacramento, CA

03:54AMModesto, CA

$471One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 70 miles (113 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€18 Average price	€14 Average price Cheapest
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA

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Trains from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

70 miles (113 km)

Average train duration

2h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

$17 (€13)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 28m

First train

05:55

Last train

21:57

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA trains

For as little as $13 (€11) you can travel by train from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 1 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: $13
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA can start from as little as $14 (€12) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA is $20 (€16); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA train time is 1 h 28 min covering the 70 mile (113 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA leaves at 5: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA leaves at 9: 57 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Modesto, CA from Sacramento, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 57 PM.

A day trip to Modesto, CA from Sacramento, CA is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 28 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Modesto, CA from Sacramento, CA including taking a bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Sacramento, CA to Modesto, CA

Sacramento

Modesto

The major train station for departures in Sacramento is Sacramento Valley Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sacramento Valley Station for your trip from Sacramento to Modesto.

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