4.0
Pros: I get to see my family on a weekly basis using amtrak via wanderu services. Cons: More routes to petaluma. Tips: None.
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There are 6 daily trains from Sacramento to Petaluma. Traveling by train from Sacramento to Petaluma usually takes around 4 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 66 mi (107 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 50m |
Lowest price | €18.47 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Overall score for trains from Sacramento to Petaluma
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: I get to see my family on a weekly basis using amtrak via wanderu services. Cons: More routes to petaluma. Tips: None.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Sacramento to Petaluma was €23.22. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Petaluma if you book your train tickets at least 11 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra €1.00.
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Sacramento to Petaluma. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 6 | 4h 10m | €24.24 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 6 Amtrak trains from Sacramento to Petaluma every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €16.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Sacramento to Petaluma on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Sacramento at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Petaluma 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
Petaluma has one train station.
Copeland Transit Mall
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