- Must visit
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Expansive fine arts museum with American, African, and global collections, plus sculpture garden and rotating exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€26
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 20
11
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 11 trains from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, CA, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
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733Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, 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 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, CA:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, CA costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Richmond, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.01. The journey takes 1h 26m versus 1h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Richmond, 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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723 | 6:03 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 7:29 AM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
727 | 7:26 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 8:52 AM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
729 | 8:53 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 10:19 AM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
733 | 9:53 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 11:19 AM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
737 | 11:53 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 1:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
741 | 12:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 2:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
743 | 1:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 3:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
745 | 3:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 5:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
747 | 5:03 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 6:29 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
749 | 6:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 8:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
751 | 8:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h26 | 10:19 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 10:39 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Richmond, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Richmond, CA trip today.
Expansive fine arts museum with American, African, and global collections, plus sculpture garden and rotating exhibitions.
Hands-on science museum in a historic train station, featuring interactive exhibits, labs, and a dome theater for families.
Museum exploring Black history and culture in Virginia through exhibitions, community stories, and public programs.
Linear park and trail system on the James River with rapids, bridges, and rocky overlooks popular for walking and sightseeing.
Large city park with formal gardens, walking paths, river overlooks, and outdoor performances above the James.
Picturesque riverside island reached by footbridge, with skyline views, trails, and access to the canal and floodwall walk.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sacramento, CA to Richmond, CA trains use the Sacramento Valley Station to Richmond Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and Richmond, 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.
Richmond Station has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Richmond Station.
Ticket office support is available at Richmond Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Richmond Station: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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