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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$275
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$316
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 d 20 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 d 21 h 28 m
Buses on Aug 29
17
Distance
4023 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $316 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $275.
It's difficult to get from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY without transferring at least 3 times.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $434 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $434, while a train costs an average of $1012.
Distance: 2499 miles (4023 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$434 Average price Cheapest | $1012 Average price | $691 Average price |
66h 43m Average total duration 66h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 70h 37m Average total duration 70h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration Fastest 7h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY:
A bus is $257 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY costing on average $691.
A bus is $577 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY costing on average $1012.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 66h 13m.
Train takes on average 70h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 68h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $221 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 69h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $518 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 85h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 91h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $453 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 75h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 94h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $257 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 68h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 69h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $200 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 76h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $467 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 85h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $225 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 80h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $470 |
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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· · · | 9:35 AM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 75h00 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:15 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 95h30 | 5:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 3:15 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 94h45 | 5:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:15 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 96h00 | 6:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 69h20 | 5:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 69h15 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 68h15 | 4:00 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 84h05 | 7:50 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 73h45 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 69h05 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 68h30 | 4:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 4:45 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 86h05 | 9:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 82h25 | 11:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 83h20 | 12:25 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 82h30 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 94h25 | 11:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 82h50 | 11:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 83h05 | 12:10 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 85h45 | 2:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 4 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 10:05 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 84h00 | 1:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Sacramento, CA to New York, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 66h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $131 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2499 miles (4023 km) distance in 61h 25m.
Distance 2499 miles (4023 km) |
Average bus duration 66h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 61h 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most Sacramento, CA to New York, NY buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair, with some services arriving at New York, 28 Allen St.. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, 28 Allen St. is 1 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 28 Allen St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options nearby on Allen St.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 28 Allen St.. ATMs are available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Ticket office support is available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Ramp access available for buses.
New York, Port Authority Bus Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, Port Authority Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Auntie Anne's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station.
Available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, Port Authority Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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