The cheapest and fastest buses from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for Truckee, CA on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
4:35 PM2h40Sacramento, CA7:15 PMTruckee, CA$331One-way0 transfers
5:35 PM2h40Sacramento, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$481One-way0 transfers
5:35 PM2h40Sacramento, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$481One-way0 transfers
4:35 PM2h40Sacramento, CA7:15 PMTruckee, CA$331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is $140 (€113) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $174 (€141).
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:35 PM Sacramento, CA | 2h40 | 7:15 PM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA
Buses from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:35, the last at 12:15. The fastest bus covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 9:35 AM |
Last bus 12:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CAYou can travel by bus between Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA with Greyhound for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, 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.
- 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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