How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to Madera?

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Madera start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Madera?

The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Madera is 5h, covering a distance of 133 miles (215 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Sacramento to Madera route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Madera?

The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Madera at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 5:20pm.

Train Sacramento to Madera from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Madera on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:20pm	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	8:04pm	Madera, CA	CheapestFastest
Train	11:53am	Sacramento Valley Station	6h	5:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	12:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h	5:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	3:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 24m	9:17pm	Madera, CA	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Madera on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	9:53am	Madera, CA	CheapestFastest
Train	5:20pm	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	8:04pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	6:03am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 50m	11:53am	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	7:26am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 27m	11:53am	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	8:53am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h	1:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Madera on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	9:53am	Madera, CA	CheapestFastest
Train	5:20pm	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	8:04pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 10m	11:53am	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	12:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h	5:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	3:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 24m	9:17pm	Madera, CA	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Madera on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	9:53am	Madera, CA	CheapestFastest
Train	5:20pm	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 44m	8:04pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h 10m	11:53am	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	8:53am	Sacramento Valley Station	5h	1:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags
Train	12:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	5h	5:53pm	Madera, CA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:26 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Madera

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

5hAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $92	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $60	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5749 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $33

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Madera 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 Madera?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Madera start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Madera?
The average train ride duration from Sacramento to Madera is 5h, covering a distance of 133 miles (215 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Sacramento to Madera route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Sacramento to Madera?
The earliest train departs from Sacramento to Madera at 6:03am. And the latest train departs at 5:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/22

$30

01/23

$30

Today

$30

01/25

$30

01/26

$30

01/27

$30

01/28

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01/29

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Madera was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $30

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 Madera, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $49 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-01-25.