Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$127

Average price

$127

Fastest journey

16 h 25 m

Average duration

16 h 25 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

856 km

Cheap tickets

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 $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Sacramento, CA on Sun, Jul 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 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 Sun, Jul 20 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.

Amtrak5 California Zephyr
11:40PM16h25
Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
03:05PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
$1271One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train 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 train with prices starting from €164. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €164, and a flight costs an average of €281.

Distance: 531 miles (856 km)

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€164

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€281

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16h 47m

Average total duration

16h 17m

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Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 20
Last updated at 5:16 PM
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amtrak5 California Zephyr5:40 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT
16h25
10:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA

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Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $203 (€164) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
531 miles (856 km)
Average train duration
16h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$203 (€164)
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
15h 25m
First train
00:40
Last train
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA trains

For as little as $284 (€229) you can travel by train from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA train information:

  • Average Duration: 14 h 43 min
  • Cheapest Price: $284
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA

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Popular train stations from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA

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Sacramento
The major train station for departures in Salt Lake City is Salt Lake Central Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salt Lake Central Station for your trip from Salt Lake City to Sacramento.
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
1 km
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Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
Dining
  • The Gateway
  • Red Iguana
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown
  • Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
  • Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Amtrak and FrontRunner trains
  • Hall 2: TRAX light rail connections
Public transit options for Salt Lake Central Station
  • Light Rail: TRAX Blue Line, TRAX Green Line
  • Bus: Several UTA bus lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Sacramento is Sacramento Valley Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sacramento Valley Station for your journey to Sacramento from Salt Lake City.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
Dining
Dining
  • The Firehouse Restaurant
  • Ten22
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
  • Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
  • Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 60 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
Public transit options for Sacramento Valley Station
  • Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
  • Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses

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