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There is one daily train from Sacramento to Lodi. Traveling by train from Sacramento to Lodi usually takes around 37 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 37m |
Lowest price | $12.35 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak San Joaquins |
Train lines | 1 |
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Pros: Everything. Cons: everything is a-ok. Tips: Take the Amtrak and book through WANDERU.
The average price for a train ticket from Sacramento to Lodi is $12.35, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 7 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $1.37 more.
Ticket prices for the train from Sacramento to Lodi often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only $10,
If you're thinking of traveling from Sacramento to Lodi during January, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $30 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in January, is to book your trip well in advance.
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 7 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Lodi from Sacramento will be about C$1.37 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Amtrak San Joaquins is the one and only train line which connects Sacramento to Lodi. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak San Joaquins | 1 | 0h 37m | $12.79 |
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the San Joaquins has offered train services throughout California and the San Joaquin Valley. The line runs daily from the San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, with many stops in between, including Martinez and Modesto. Although Amtrak San Joaquins is one of the nation's busiest routes, it is renowned for being impeccably clean and safe, with passenger comfort remaining the carrier's highest priority. Most of the trains on this line are equipped with lavatories, onboard WiFi, disabled access, and personal power outlets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.
Trains departing from Sacramento to Lodi tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Sacramento at 6:00am and arrives in Lodi within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Lodi with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lodi to Sacramento.
As the long-held capital city of California, Sacramento has a rich and vibrant history that is reflected in its historic buildings and quarters. The Old Sacramento Waterfront quarter is the best place to explore the city’s rich heritage. Boasting ages-old constructions and a quaint vibe that is reminiscent of the Wild West, the area allows visitors to travel back in time and relive the Gold Rush era. Among the most interesting destinations in the area is the California State Museum, located at the northern edge of the quarter. It offers numerous restored locomotives as well as exhibitions on the United States’ westward expansion. If history is not really your thing, then the Midtown quarter, which boasts a vibrant and expanding art scene, will be a great alternative.
Sacramento is famous for its vast tracts of farmland, so it makes sense that the best dishes are the ones made from locally-grown produce. Among the best places to try out homemade dishes are The Firehouse and The Kitchen. For a bit of an Asian taste, visit Mikuni in Midtown Sacramento.
The busiest bus station in Sacramento is located right in the heart of the city and offers bus service to Portland, Reno, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, among many other places. The main Amtrak train station is the nearby Sacramento Valley Station, which also serves the Gold Line of the local transit light rail. The principal regional airport is the Sacramento International Airport, located 10 miles northwest of Downtown.
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Link to image attributionSacramento Valley Station is the second busiest transport hub in California and is used by more than one million people every year. Originally constructed in 1926, it now serves as a major center for Amtrak trains traveling within California, northwards along the West Coast, and eastwards into the American Southwest. The station also falls along four Amtrak Thruway bus routes and operates as the western terminus for the Sacramento Light Rail network. Located between Old Sacramento and Downtown, the station is within walking distance of several Gold-Rush era historical monuments as well as an ultra-modern retail district filled with shops and restaurants.
Valley Station - 401 I St
Lodi has one train station.
24 S Sacramento St
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