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California State Railroad Museum
Major museum in Old Sacramento with restored locomotives, railcars, and exhibits on railroad history in California and the American West.
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 4 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 10 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Sacramento, CA on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 582 km distance in an average of 10 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 13 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



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785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 524 Capitol Corridor

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6238 AMTRAK · 538 Capitol CorridorOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $149.
Distance: 361 miles (582 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $273 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $89 (€72).
A train is $191 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $273 (€220).
Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 1m.
Bus takes on average 9h 17m.
You'll arrive about -4h -35m sooner (9h 17m by bus vs 5h 42m by car) and save roughly $-9.17 (€-7.40) compared to fuel and tolls ($89 (€72) vs $80 (€64)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:13AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 14h27 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 05:56PM | Duration 13h06 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 08:41PM | Duration 13h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:13PM | Arrival Time 10:12AM | Duration 14h59 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6238 AMTRAK · 538 Capitol Corridor | 4:50 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 13h06 | 5:56 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 544 Capitol Corridor | 7:13 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 13h28 | 8:41 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 8h40 | 4:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 9h05 | 8:10 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:15 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 13h15 | 2:30 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 10h00 | 2:30 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 524 Capitol Corridor | 7:13 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h27 | 9:40 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 7:13 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 14h59 | 10:12 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 522 Capitol Corridor | 7:13 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 13h17 | 8:30 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 28 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 361 miles (582 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Sacramento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sacramento trip today.
Major museum in Old Sacramento with restored locomotives, railcars, and exhibits on railroad history in California and the American West.
Premier art museum with California art, European works, ceramics, and rotating exhibitions in a historic mansion and modern expansion.
Museum inside the restored State Capitol featuring historic rooms, political history exhibits, and access to the landmark government building.
Historic district with wooden sidewalks, Gold Rush-era buildings, river views, museums, and one of the city’s most visited walking areas.
Tree-filled park surrounding the State Capitol, popular for walks, memorials, gardens, and easy downtown sightseeing.
Lively central neighborhood known for murals, boutiques, nightlife, and walkable streets that are popular with locals and visitors.
Sacramento is known as America’s Farm-To-Fork Capital, and many local menus highlight peak-season produce, local meats, and regional ingredients from the Central Valley.
The Sacramento region has deep ties to Delta asparagus farming. Grilled, roasted, or served in salads, it is a classic seasonal local ingredient.
A tomato-based seafood stew popular across Northern California and commonly found in Sacramento restaurants, reflecting the city’s ties to coastal and river trade.
A celebrated Sacramento fine-dining institution known for an interactive tasting menu, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A long-established farm-to-table restaurant in Midtown, praised for seasonal menus, local sourcing, and a warm upscale setting.
A well-known local favorite for casual California cooking, salads, sandwiches, and prepared foods with strong local appeal.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Casual dining and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and upscale dining can be pricey in peak periods.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis or add 10-15%, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Sacramento, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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