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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 52 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
761 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
3718 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK6:05 PM11h30Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA5:35 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$1011One-way2 transfers- 749 Capitol Corridor · 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner6:53 PM18h14Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA1:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$1191One-way2 transfers
- 3718 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK6:05 PM11h30Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA5:35 AMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$1011One-way2 transfers
- 749 Capitol Corridor · 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner6:53 PM18h14Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA1:07 PMSanta Fe Depot, San Diego, CA$1191One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, and a flight costs an average of $83.
Distance: 472 miles (761 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $213 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration 13h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA costing on average $116 (€95).
A bus is $112 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA costing on average $213 (€175).
Other travel options to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 5m.
Train takes on average 13h 5m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 01:07PM | Duration 18h14 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Live departures
Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3718 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 11h30 | 5:35 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 transfers | |
| 749 Capitol Corridor · 4770 AMTRAK · 770 Pacific Surfliner | 6:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 18h14 | 1:07 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
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Buses from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 17:55. The fastest bus covers the 472 miles (761 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 472 miles (761 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 5:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, 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 Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
Most Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA to Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. Use this guide to compare Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA and Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Sacramento, Bus Terminal from Sacramento city centre
Getting to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) from San Diego city centre
Getting to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center from San Diego city centre
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