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Trains from Barstow to Sacramento

🚂 Embark on a scenic journey from Barstow to Sacramento aboard the Amtrak Southwest Chief. The first leg of the trip takes around 4 hours 15 mins, departing from Barstow and arriving at Union Station in Los Angeles. 🚆 Transition to the Coast Starlight train for the second part of the adventure. This approximately 13-hour 58-min ride will whisk you away from Union Station to Sacramento Valley, offering stunning views and comfort along the way. 🌉 For a multi-transfer option, consider the Route 2 itinerary, which includes a stop in San Jose before reaching Sacramento. This extended 19-hour 30-min route provides a more diverse travel experience, allowing you to witness more of California's beauty from the train window.

Where to stay in Sacramento

There are over 118 hotels to stay in Sacramento. Prices range from $50 per night.

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  • The train routes from Barstow to Sacramento are provided by Amtrak. Route 1 involves a transfer in Los Angeles, where you would board the Southwest Chief to Union Station and then transfer to the Coast Starlight train to Sacramento. Route 2 also includes a transfer in Los Angeles to the Coast Starlight train, with an additional transfer in San Jose to the Capitol Corridor train to Sacramento. These routes offer a scenic journey and convenient connections for travelers making their way from Barstow to Sacramento by train.
  • The fastest train option between Barstow and Sacramento is Route 2, which takes approximately 19 hours and 30 minutes to reach Sacramento. This route involves two transfers, first in Los Angeles to the Coast Starlight train and then in San Jose to the Capitol Corridor train. While it is not as direct as Route 1, Route 2 offers a slightly quicker journey due to faster connections and shorter layovers. Travelers looking for a more efficient route may opt for Route 2 for a faster transit time from Barstow to Sacramento by train.
  • There are two train routes between Barstow and Sacramento. Route 1 involves one transfer, with the Southwest Chief departing from Barstow to Union Station in Los Angeles, then transferring to the Coast Starlight train to Sacramento. Route 2, on the other hand, requires two transfers: the Southwest Chief to Union Station, the Coast Starlight to San Jose, and finally the Capitol Corridor to Sacramento. Both routes offer travelers different options to get from Barstow to Sacramento by train.
  • The first train to travel from Barstow to Sacramento is the Southwest Chief, which departs from Barstow and arrives at Union Station in Los Angeles. The last train of the day is the Coast Starlight, departing from Union Station toward Seattle before reaching Sacramento. The specific departure and arrival times may vary, so it is recommended to check the schedule on the Amtrak website or contact the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority for the most up-to-date information on train timings for your travel from Barstow to Sacramento.
  • There are no direct train trips each day between Barstow and Sacramento. Both Route 1 and Route 2 involve transfers along the journey, with Route 1 requiring a transfer in Los Angeles and Route 2 involving transfers in Los Angeles and San Jose before reaching Sacramento. Passengers traveling between Barstow and Sacramento will need to plan their trip accordingly based on the transfer points and train schedules provided by Amtrak and the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority.

Will you be returning to Barstow by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Sacramento to Barstow

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