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California State Railroad Museum
Interactive rail museum with restored locomotives, historic carriages and hands-on exhibits. A standout stop in Old Sacramento.
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£5
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
24 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
24 m
Trains on 17 Oct
2
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 17 Oct, we found 2 trains from Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.




Trains from Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 15m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:02 Davis, CA | 0h24 | 2:26 Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:02 Davis, CA | 0h24 | 3:26 Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Interactive rail museum with restored locomotives, historic carriages and hands-on exhibits. A standout stop in Old Sacramento.
Art museum in a historic mansion showing Californian art, ceramics and rotating exhibitions. Compact, elegant and easy to pair with Midtown.
Museum devoted to California’s military history with aircraft, vehicles and artefacts. Good for families and aviation enthusiasts.
Lively district known for murals, Victorian homes, indie shops and nightlife. A favourite area for walking and local city character.
Leafy urban park with memorials, gardens and wide paths beside the Capitol. Ideal for a central stroll and a break between sights.
Large riverside park with walking trails, lawns, a beach area and broad views. Popular for sunsets, picnics and relaxed outdoor time.
A hearty Gold Rush-era stew of beef, vegetables and gravy, linked to Sacramento’s early pioneer and river city cooking traditions.
Fresh asparagus from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, often simply grilled or steamed, reflecting the region’s long farming heritage.
A local farm-to-fork salad built around seasonal Central Valley produce, showing Sacramento’s identity as a major agricultural hub.
Refined Californian dining focused on seasonal regional produce, with an elegant but approachable atmosphere in Midtown.
Stylish farm-to-table restaurant serving seasonal small plates, wood-fired dishes and local ingredients in a lively setting.
Popular casual spot known for creative burgers, good beer selection and a bustling local atmosphere in Midtown.
Moderate for a California city: hotels and dining are cheaper than San Francisco, but pricier than many US inland cities. Public transport is limited, so car or rideshare costs can add up.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. In cafés, small change or $1 is common. For taxis and rideshares, tip about 10-15%.
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Most Davis, CA to Sacramento, CA trains use the Davis Station to Sacramento Valley Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Davis, CA and Sacramento, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Davis Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bistro 33, Burgers and Brew
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Davis Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Davis Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Davis Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Davis Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Davis Station.
Nearby hotels include Best Western University Lodge, Aggie Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection, Hallmark Inn UC Davis.
Sacramento Valley Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Firehouse Restaurant, Ten22
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sacramento Valley Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sacramento Valley Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento Valley Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade, Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena, Kimpton Sawyer Hotel.
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