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California State Railroad Museum
Major museum in Old Sacramento with restored locomotives, railcars, and exhibits on railroad history in California and the American West.
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 33 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
628 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 9 buses that leave Santa Ana, CA for Sacramento, CA on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 628 km distance in an average of 10 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 11 h 5 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.
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3811 AMTRAK
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 524 Capitol Corridor
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3811 AMTRAK
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $95, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 390 miles (628 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $111 (€90).
A train is $228 (€183) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $327 (€263).
Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 3m.
Bus takes on average 11h 27m.
You'll arrive about -5h -59m sooner (11h 27m by bus vs 6h 28m by car) and save roughly $-25.85 (€-20.81) compared to fuel and tolls ($111 (€90) vs $85 (€69)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:04AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 14h26 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:04AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 15h46 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:56AM | Duration 17h41 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:04PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 14h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 PM Santa Ana, CA | 14h55 | 10:30 AM Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK | 12:15 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h20 | 10:35 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3711 AMTRAK | 12:15 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h05 | 10:20 AM Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3811 AMTRAK | 12:15 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h20 | 10:35 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Santa Ana, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 390 miles (628 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 390 miles (628 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Sacramento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sacramento trip today.
Major museum in Old Sacramento with restored locomotives, railcars, and exhibits on railroad history in California and the American West.
Premier art museum with California art, European works, ceramics, and rotating exhibitions in a historic mansion and modern expansion.
Museum inside the restored State Capitol featuring historic rooms, political history exhibits, and access to the landmark government building.
Historic district with wooden sidewalks, Gold Rush-era buildings, river views, museums, and one of the city’s most visited walking areas.
Tree-filled park surrounding the State Capitol, popular for walks, memorials, gardens, and easy downtown sightseeing.
Lively central neighborhood known for murals, boutiques, nightlife, and walkable streets that are popular with locals and visitors.
Sacramento is known as America’s Farm-To-Fork Capital, and many local menus highlight peak-season produce, local meats, and regional ingredients from the Central Valley.
The Sacramento region has deep ties to Delta asparagus farming. Grilled, roasted, or served in salads, it is a classic seasonal local ingredient.
A tomato-based seafood stew popular across Northern California and commonly found in Sacramento restaurants, reflecting the city’s ties to coastal and river trade.
A celebrated Sacramento fine-dining institution known for an interactive tasting menu, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A long-established farm-to-table restaurant in Midtown, praised for seasonal menus, local sourcing, and a warm upscale setting.
A well-known local favorite for casual California cooking, salads, sandwiches, and prepared foods with strong local appeal.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Casual dining and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and upscale dining can be pricey in peak periods.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis or add 10-15%, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
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