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The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$96

Average price

$104

Fastest journey

15 h 15 m

Average duration

19 h 18 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

761 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Sacramento, CA on Sat, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 761 km distance in an average of 19 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 23 h 20 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.

FlixBus
11:15PM23h20
San Diego, CA
10:35PMSacramento, CA
$961One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
09:25PM15h15
San Diego, CA
12:40PMSacramento, CA
$1121One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus, train, and flight for San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a train costs an average of €90.

Distance: 472 miles (760 km)

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€103

Average price

Cheapest

€189

Average price

€142

Average price

13h 2m

Average total duration

12h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 26m

Average total duration

12h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 59m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.6kg

CO2 emissions

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San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, July 18
Last updated at 5:57 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhoundundefined · undefined · undefined6:10 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA
21h20
3:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal3 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus+greyhound6:50 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA
21h05
3:55 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal2 transfers
amtrak785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
18h11
5:12 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA2 transfers
amtrak785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
17h09
4:10 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA2 transfers
amtrak785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
17h09
4:10 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhoundundefined · undefined1:15 AM San Diego, Hardy Ave / Campanile Mall Dr, CA
14h15
3:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhoundundefined · undefined1:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA
13h55
3:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal2 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined2:00 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center
13h30
3:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal1 transfer
greyhoundundefined · undefined2:35 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA
12h55
3:30 PM Sacramento, Bus Terminal1 transfer
amtrak5811 AMTRAK · 711 San Joaquins · 3711 AMTRAK4:25 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
12h25
4:50 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA2 transfers
amtrak5811 AMTRAK · 711 San Joaquins · 3811 AMTRAK4:25 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
12h25
4:50 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA2 transfers
amtrak5811 AMTRAK · 711 San Joaquins · 3711 AMTRAK4:25 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
12h10
4:35 PM Sacramento, CA2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA

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Buses from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 25 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $52 (€42)
Distance
472 miles (760 km)
Average bus duration
12h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
$71 (€57)
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
11h 15m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
22:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $52 (€42)

Bus providers: Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA

You can travel by bus to Sacramento, CA from San Diego, CA with Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus for as low as $66 (€53). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Bus information from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 13 h 34 min
  • Cheapest Price: $107

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Popular bus stations from San Diego, CA to Sacramento, CA

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The major bus station for departures in San Diego is San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center for your trip from San Diego to Sacramento.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Sacramento is Sacramento, Bus Terminal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sacramento, Bus Terminal for your trip to Sacramento from San Diego.
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