How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Santa Clara?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Santa Clara start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sacramento to Santa Clara?

The average train trip from Sacramento to Santa Clara takes 2h 51m and covers 138 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Santa Clara route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara?

The earliest train from Sacramento to Santa Clara departs at 4:10am. The latest train departs at 6:55pm.

Train Sacramento to Santa Clara from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Clara on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	6:54am	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 43m	2:38pm	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 53m	7:03am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 52m	8:02am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	9:40am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Clara on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	6:54am	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 43m	2:38pm	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 53m	7:03am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 52m	8:02am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	9:40am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Clara on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	6:54am	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 43m	2:38pm	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 53m	7:03am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 52m	8:02am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	9:40am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Santa Clara on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	6:54am	Great America Station	Cheapest
Train	11:55am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 43m	2:38pm	Great America Station	Fastest
Train	4:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 53m	7:03am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 52m	8:02am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 57m	9:40am	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:48 PM PST.

Get from Sacramento to Santa Clara

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

2h 51mAverage Duration

138 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Santa Clara start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The average train trip from Sacramento to Santa Clara takes 2h 51m and covers 138 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Santa Clara route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Santa Clara departs at 4:10am. The latest train departs at 6:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-27

$52

11-28

$52

Today

$52

11-30

$52

12-01

$52

12-02

$52

12-03

$52

12-04

$52

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $1,451 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-30.