Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Sacramento Valley Station | Union Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5628 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £292
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Sacramento to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Washington start from £292. The average price for this train route is around £363. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Washington?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Washington is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 2369 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Washington?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Washington departs at 10:13. And the latest train departs at 10:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £190To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £190 to £1,147 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £190, which is on 2025-12-10.
