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California State Railroad Museum
One of North America’s premier rail museums, with restored locomotives, immersive exhibits, and strong California history context.
Cheapest price
$832
Average price
$832
Fastest journey
3 d 9 h 25 m
Average duration
3 d 9 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
3843 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rocky Mount, NC 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 Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA will cost around $832 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $832.
It's difficult to get from Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA without transferring at least 4 times.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $832. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 76h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $832, and a train costs an average of $1343.
Distance: 2387 miles (3843 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$832 Average price Cheapest | $1343 Average price |
81h 55m Average total duration 81h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 77h 8m Average total duration Fastest 76h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA:
A bus is $511 (€416) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA costing on average $1343 (€1093).
Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 81h 25m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 81h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $832 |
The table below shows live departures for Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 AM Rocky Mount, NC | 81h25 | 8:10 PM Sacramento, CA | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 81h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $832 (€677) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:45, the last at 10:45. The fastest bus covers the 2387 miles (3843 km) distance in 81h 25m.
Distance 2387 miles (3843 km) |
Average bus duration 81h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $832 (€677) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 81h 25m |
First bus 10:45 AM |
Last bus 10:45 AM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Most Rocky Mount, NC to Sacramento, CA buses use the Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station) to Sacramento, Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Rocky Mount, NC and Sacramento, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available within station premises. ATMs are available at Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station).
Available at Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rocky Mount, Coastline St (Train Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Sacramento, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Sacramento city centre. Public transport options include:
Sacramento, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop available
Free with registration. ATMs are multiple ATMs near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal.
Available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
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