The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
16 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
855 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT for Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 855 km distance in an average of 16 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 16 h 25 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.
5 California Zephyr11:40 PM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT3:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1621One-way0 transfers
5 California Zephyr11:40 PM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT3:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1621One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Trains from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 06:40. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (855 km) distance in 16h 25m.
Distance 531 miles (855 km) |
Average train duration 16h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 25m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 6:40 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Live departures
Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 California Zephyr | 11:40 PM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 16h25 | 3:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT and Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA from $83. 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 Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, 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 Valley Station, Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Most Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA trains use the Salt Lake Central Station to Sacramento Valley Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT and Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salt Lake Central Station from Salt Lake City city centre
Salt Lake Central Station is 1 km from Salt Lake City city centre. Public transport options include:
Salt Lake Central Station train station facilities and services
Salt Lake Central Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Gateway, Red Iguana
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salt Lake Central Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown, Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown.
Getting to Sacramento Valley Station from Sacramento city centre
Sacramento Valley Station 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 and drink
Food options include: The Firehouse Restaurant, Ten22
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento Valley Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade, Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena, Kimpton Sawyer Hotel.
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