The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 26
$123
Average ticket price on Sep 26
$124
Fastest journey on Sep 26
16 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
16 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 26
2
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 $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 2 trains from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 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 Sat, Sep 26 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.
6:40 AM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT11:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1231One-way0 transfers
5:40 AM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT10:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1241One-way0 transfers
6:40 AM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT11:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1231One-way0 transfers
5:40 AM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT10:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $157 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $157, while a flight costs an average of $736.
Distance: 531 miles (855 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$190 Average price | $157 Average price Cheapest | $736 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA:
A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA costing on average $190.
A bus is $579 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA costing on average $736.
Other travel options to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 25m.
Train takes on average 16h 25m.
Tickets start at around $190 compared to roughly $133 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-56.58. The journey takes 16h 25m versus 9h 5m 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.
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 tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:40 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 16h25 | 10:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 16h25 | 11:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 05:40. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (855 km) distance in 16h 25m.
Distance 531 miles (855 km) |
Average train duration 16h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 25m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 5:40 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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 $82. 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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