What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clara and Sacramento?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Clara Amtrak and arriving at Sacramento. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

The distance between Santa Clara and Sacramento is 132 miles. The road distance is 116.2 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Clara to Sacramento without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

The train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramento takes 3h 8m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Sacramento train from?

Santa Clara to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Where does the Santa Clara to Sacramento train arrive?

Santa Clara to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clara to Sacramento is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Santa Clara to Sacramento.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Clara to Sacramento?

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Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 322+ hotels available in Sacramento.

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Clara to Sacramento by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
3h 8m
$40–90
Drive 115.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Clara to Sacramentocar 115.5 mi
2h 7m
$22–31
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
3h 29m
$447–774

Santa Clara to Sacramento by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Santa Clara, 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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