The cheapest and fastest trains from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
4
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 4 trains that leave Salinas, CA for Sacramento, CA on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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.
14 Coast Starlight6:13 PM5h36Salinas Station, Salinas, CA11:49 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$811One-way0 transfers
4761 AMTRAK · 550 Capitol Corridor3:15 PM6h50Salinas Station, Salinas, CA10:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$871One-way1 transfer
4761 AMTRAK · 544 Capitol Corridor3:15 PM5h26Salinas Station, Salinas, CA8:41 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$871One-way1 transfer
4765 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight5:40 PM6h09Salinas Station, Salinas, CA11:49 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1231One-way1 transfer
4761 AMTRAK · 544 Capitol Corridor3:15 PM5h26Salinas Station, Salinas, CA8:41 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$871One-way1 transfer
14 Coast Starlight6:13 PM5h36Salinas Station, Salinas, CA11:49 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$811One-way0 transfers
4765 AMTRAK · 14 Coast Starlight5:40 PM6h09Salinas Station, Salinas, CA11:49 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1231One-way1 transfer
4761 AMTRAK · 550 Capitol Corridor3:15 PM6h50Salinas Station, Salinas, CA10:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $254.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $444 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $63 (€50).
A bus is $394 (€314) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $444 (€354).
Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Flight takes on average 5h 41m.
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 PM Salinas, CA | 6h50 | 6:05 AM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 3:25 AM |
Last train 9:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salinas, CA and Sacramento, CA from $40 (€32). 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 Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA to Sacramento, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit center with facilities for buses and trains.
- Bus: Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) services available
- 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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