The cheapest and fastest trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$202
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
15 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 $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $202.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salt Lake City, UT for Sacramento, CA on Mon, Jan 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 856 km distance in an average of 15 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 15 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.


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 tomorrow, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 California Zephyr | 6:40 AM Salt Lake Central Station, Salt Lake City, UT | 16h25 | 11:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $204 (€165) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 15h 25m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average train duration 16h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $204 (€165) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 15h 25m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:49 |
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 $204 (€165). 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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