The cheapest and fastest trains from Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Oakland, CA for Sacramento, CA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
5:212h28Oakland, CA7:49Sacramento, CA£211One-way0 changes
4:212h28Oakland, CA6:49Sacramento, CA£221One-way0 changes
22:582h02Oakland, CA1:00Sacramento, CA£241One-way0 changes
21:582h02Oakland, CA0:00Sacramento, CA£251One-way0 changes
22:582h02Oakland, CA1:00Sacramento, CA£241One-way0 changes
21:582h02Oakland, CA0:00Sacramento, CA£251One-way0 changes
5:212h28Oakland, CA7:49Sacramento, CA£211One-way0 changes
4:212h28Oakland, CA6:49Sacramento, CA£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 110 km
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£23 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
520 Capitol Corridor | 5:28 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h04 | 7:32 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
522 Capitol Corridor | 6:28 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 8:30 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr | 7:35 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h37 | 10:12 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 change | |
524 Capitol Corridor | 7:35 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h05 | 9:40 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
710 Gold Runner · 6 California Zephyr | 8:08 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h04 | 10:12 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 change | |
526 Capitol Corridor | 8:58 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 11:00 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
528 Capitol Corridor | 9:59 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h05 | 12:04 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
530 Capitol Corridor | 11:43 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 13:45 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
532 Capitol Corridor | 12:58 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 15:00 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
534 Capitol Corridor | 13:58 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h07 | 16:05 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
536 Capitol Corridor | 14:58 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 17:00 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
538 Capitol Corridor | 16:02 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 1h54 | 17:56 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
540 Capitol Corridor | 16:22 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h03 | 18:25 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
542 Capitol Corridor | 17:23 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h03 | 19:26 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
544 Capitol Corridor | 18:35 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h06 | 20:41 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
548 Capitol Corridor | 19:28 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h02 | 21:30 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
550 Capitol Corridor | 20:05 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h00 | 22:05 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 21:21 Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 2h28 | 23:49 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 4:21 Oakland, CA | 2h28 | 6:49 Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:21 Oakland, CA | 2h28 | 7:49 Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oakland, CA and Sacramento, CA from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oakland, CA to Sacramento, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakland, CA 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
Important Stations and Airports in Oakland, CA and Sacramento, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity
- Yoshi's Oakland
- Scott's Seafood Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $1
- Waterfront Hotel
- Z Hotel Jack London Square
- Executive Inn & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: AC Transit lines 12, 72, 72M
- Ferry: San Francisco Bay Ferry
- 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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