- Must visit
The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 5 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Thu, Jul 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 582 km distance in an average of 9 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 12 h 20 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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· Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. 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 $70, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 361 miles (582 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $92 (€75).
A train is $187 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $270 (€222).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 56m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:23AM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:53AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 14h02 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:53AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 12h27 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 09:46AM | Duration 14h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 7:45 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 8h55 | 3:40 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 10h20 | 7:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 9:50 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 12h20 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 7h 35m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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