The cheapest and fastest trains from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 15 trains that leave Sacramento, CA for Berkeley, CA every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
541 Capitol Corridor12:531h39Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA14:32Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
543 Capitol Corridor14:231h33Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA15:56Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
545 Capitol Corridor15:201h36Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA16:56Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
535 Capitol Corridor9:531h35Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA11:28Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
521 Capitol Corridor4:201h35Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA5:55Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
543 Capitol Corridor14:231h33Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA15:56Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
527 Capitol Corridor6:431h33Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA8:16Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
535 Capitol Corridor9:531h35Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA11:28Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
521 Capitol Corridor4:201h35Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA5:55Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
547 Capitol Corridor17:011h35Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA18:36Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 42m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 104 km
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2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA trains for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
727 Capitol Corridor | 7:26 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 9:01 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
729 Capitol Corridor | 8:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 10:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
733 Capitol Corridor | 9:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 11:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
737 Capitol Corridor | 11:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 13:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
741 Capitol Corridor | 12:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 14:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
743 Capitol Corridor | 13:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 15:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
745 Capitol Corridor | 15:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 17:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
747 Capitol Corridor | 17:03 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 18:38 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
749 Capitol Corridor | 18:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 20:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
751 Capitol Corridor | 20:53 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 22:28 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
521 Capitol Corridor | 4:20 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 5:55 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
523 Capitol Corridor | 5:23 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 6:58 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
525 Capitol Corridor | 6:03 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h35 | 7:38 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
527 Capitol Corridor | 6:43 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1h33 | 8:16 Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA
Trains from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 22:32 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sacramento, CA and Berkeley, CA
- 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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