The cheapest and fastest buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sacramento, CA for Santa Clara, CA on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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 train and bus for Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Live departures
Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined | 11:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal | 7h40 | 7:10 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Buses from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 18:00 |
FAQs: Bus from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sacramento, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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