The cheapest and fastest buses from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for Riverside, CA on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct buses cover the 632 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €93.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price | €205 Average price |
10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA buses for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Sacramento, CA | 9h50 | 2:40 AM Riverside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA
Buses from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 (€65) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:26, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€65) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 06:26 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA with Greyhound for as low as $82 (€65). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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