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Palo Alto to Sacramento trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Palo Alto and Sacramento takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Palo Alto to Sacramento. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 59m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
$55
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain train Capitol Corridor
4h 27m
$45–96

Palo Alto to Sacramento train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Palo Alto and Sacramento. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Palo Alto is at 7:19 PM which arrives into Sacramento at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Palo Alto to Sacramento.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 143.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Sacramento, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramento every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 8m.

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