CA → NE · about 1,324 miles

Sacramento to Lincoln train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Sacramento to Lincoln. The fastest takes 38 hours 53 minutes; the first train leaves at 10:13 AM and the last at 10:23 AM.

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Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
38h 53m
First train
10:13 AM
Last train
10:23 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Sacramento and arrives at Lincoln Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Sacramento, CA to Lincoln, NE
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
10:13 AM New3:16 AM +2 day39h 03mDaily from Dec 7Amtrak
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10:23 AM3:16 AM +2 day38h 53mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Sacramento Where you get off in Lincoln The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Lincoln to Sacramento

Questions

How long is the train from Sacramento to Lincoln?

The fastest direct train takes 38 hours 53 minutes.

What time is the first train from Sacramento to Lincoln?

The earliest departure is at 10:13 AM (Daily) and the last at 10:23 AM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Sacramento to Lincoln?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Sacramento?

Trains to Lincoln leave from Sacramento Amtrak station.