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Sacramento to Lodi Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Sacramento to Lodi?
There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Sacramento to Lodi.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€10.69 | Avg. Price€8.95 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration0h 40m | Duration0h 37m |
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Sacramento to Lodi. Traveling by train from Sacramento to Lodi usually takes 37 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 37m |
| Lowest price | €8.43 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Gold Runner |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Which train should you take from Sacramento to Lodi?
Gold Runner is the one and only train line which connects Sacramento to Lodi. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Runner | 2 | 0h 38m | €8.59 |
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the Gold Runner 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 Gold Runner 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Sacramento to Lodi
The distance between Sacramento and Lodi is approximately 33 miles, or 53 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 37 minutes, It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Lodi.
Trains departing from Sacramento to Lodi tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. 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 Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Sacramento at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Sacramento twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Lodi with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lodi to Sacramento.
City Information
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Sacramento?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Valley Station - 401 I St
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 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.
All train stations in Sacramento:
Valley Station - 401 I St
Where is the train station in Lodi?
Main arrival station: 24 S Sacramento St
Lodi has one train station.
All train stations in Lodi:
24 S Sacramento St
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