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Sacramento to Elko Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Sacramento to Elko per day. The average train journey from Sacramento to Elko takes 10 hours and 19 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance342 mi (550 km)
Fastest train10h 19m
Lowest price$86.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak California Zephyr
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Sacramento to Elko?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Sacramento to Elko was $86.00. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 18 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $409.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Sacramento to Elko by month

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Ticket prices for the train from Sacramento to Elko often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in April when the average ticket price is only $64. If you're thinking of traveling from Sacramento to Elko during February, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $117 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in February, is to book your trip well in advance.

Which train should you take from Sacramento to Elko?

Amtrak California Zephyr is the one and only train line which connects Sacramento to Elko. 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.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak California Zephyr110h 19m$117.40
  • Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Sacramento to Elko

The distance between Sacramento and Elko is approximately 342 miles, or 550 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 19 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains departing from Sacramento to Elko 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 10:00am and arrives in Elko around 10 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Elko 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 Elko 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?

Valley Station - 401 I St  - SACAMT-0

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Valley Station - 401 I St  - SACAMT-1

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Main 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 Elko?

Main arrival station: 1300 Water St (Train 5), 1301 Sharps Access Rd (Train 6)

Elko has one train station.

All train stations in Elko:

  • 1300 Water St (Train 5), 1301 Sharps Access Rd (Train 6)

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