Cheap train tickets from Boston to Sacramento

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Boston to Sacramento. Travelling by train from Boston to Sacramento usually takes 3 days, 5 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 5 hours and 8 minutes.

Distance
2625 mi (4224 km)
Fastest train
77h 8m
Lowest price
£362.59
Trains per day
2
Most frequent service
Amtrak
Train lines
1

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Boston to Sacramento Train Timetable

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Is it better to travel by coach or train from Boston to Sacramento?

There is usually 1 daily coach trip from Boston to Sacramento.

Train
Coach
Avg. Price£446.92Avg. Price£272.11Cheaper
Daily Trips2Daily Trips1
Duration77h 32mFasterDuration86h 21m
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What is the price of a train ticket from Boston to Sacramento?

In the last month, train tickets from Boston to Sacramento cost about £366 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Boston and Sacramento, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. The further in advance you book your travels, the more likely it is you can find tickets at this price or lower.

Average train ticket prices from Boston to Sacramento by travel date

£375£250£125NovNov

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Boston to Sacramento will cost between £273 and £366. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Boston to Sacramento by month

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Ticket prices for the train from Boston to Sacramento 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 £307. If you're thinking of travelling from Boston to Sacramento during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £1,356 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

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You can score the best price on a train ticket from Boston to Sacramento by booking on Wanderu in advance. Tickets are nearly always cheaper the further in advance you purchase them.

Which train should you take from Boston to Sacramento?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Boston to Sacramento. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak277h 32m£446.92

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Boston to Sacramento

Trains leave the station in Boston twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Sacramento to Boston. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Boston to Sacramento for £171.

Trains per day

2

Direct trains

0

The distance between Boston and Sacramento is approximately 2,625 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 5 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 5 hours and 8 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2625

Distance (km)

4224

The earliest train departs Boston at 12:50 while the last train of the day leaves at 12:57. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

12:50pm

Last train

12:57pm

Trains from Boston to Sacramento are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Boston

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Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbour, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travellers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Sacramento

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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 Railroad 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 coach station in Sacramento is located right in the heart of the city and offers coach 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.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Boston?

Main departure station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St

There are two stations in Boston where you can board the train to Sacramento.

All train stations in Boston:

  • Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
  • South Station

Where is the train station in Sacramento?

Main arrival station: Valley Station - 401 I St

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Sacramento 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 centre for Amtrak trains travelling within California, northwards along the West Coast, and eastwards into the American Southwest. The station also falls along four Amtrak Thruway coach 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.

Train stations in Sacramento:

  • Valley Station - 401 I St

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