The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
16 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Sacramento, CA on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 856 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, May 28 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$1551One-way0 transfers
5 California Zephyr11:40 PM16h25Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT3:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$1551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$234 Average price | $398 Average price | $166 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 48m Average total duration 16h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA costing on average $234 (€189).
A bus is $232 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA costing on average $398 (€321).
Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 15m.
Train takes on average 16h 18m.
Tickets start at around $234 (€189) compared to roughly $133 (€108) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-100.51 (€-81.12). The journey takes 16h 18m versus 9h 9m 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 City, UT to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. 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 City, UT | 16h25 | 10:05 PM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 16h25 | 11:05 PM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:13, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 16h 25m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average train duration 16h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 25m |
First train 10:13 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Sacramento, CA from $73 (€59). 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 City, UT to Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- The Gateway
- Red Iguana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
- Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and FrontRunner trains
- Hall 2: TRAX light rail connections
- Light Rail: TRAX Blue Line, TRAX Green Line
- Bus: Several UTA bus lines 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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