How to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a train costs an average of $38.

Distance: 157 miles (254 km)

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$38

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$35

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4h 2m

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3h 32m

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4h 11m

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3h 41m

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The cheapest way to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is a bus with an average price of $35 (€29).

This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA:

A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $38 (€31).

A bus is $304 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $340 (€278).

The fastest way to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

Flight takes on average 7h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Fresno, CA and Sacramento, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.38 (€-2.76). The journey takes 3h 32m versus 2h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA

How to get from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    3:10 PM3h35
    Fresno
    6:45 PMSacramento, Bus Terminal
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    3:10 PM3h35
    Fresno
    6:45 PMSacramento, Bus Terminal
    $371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • UnitedUA5737 · UA4790
    9:55 AM3h12
    Fresno Yosemite International
    1:07 PMSacramento International Airport
    $4421One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Greyhound
    4:40 AM4h05
    Fresno
    8:45 AMSacramento, Bus Terminal
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    10:30 PM4h00
    Fresno
    2:30 AMSacramento, Bus Terminal
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:50 PM3h20
    Fresno, East Shaw Avenue / North Cedar Avenue (Macy's Furniture Gallery), CA
    4:10 PMSacramento, Bus Terminal
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA2096 · UA5537
    6:15 AM4h37
    Fresno Yosemite International
    10:52 AMSacramento International Airport
    $4421One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA5637 · UA4790
    8:11 AM4h56
    Fresno Yosemite International
    1:07 PMSacramento International Airport
    $4421One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA4648 · UA393
    2:10 PM5h37
    Fresno Yosemite International
    7:47 PMSacramento International Airport
    $4421One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA

Travel to Sacramento, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Fresno, CA and Sacramento, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is a bus with an average price of $35 (€29).

This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA:

A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $38 (€31).

A bus is $304 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA costing on average $340 (€278).

The fastest way to travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Sacramento, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

Flight takes on average 7h 1m.

The distance from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is approximately 157 miles (254 km).
The average frequency per day from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Fresno, CA and Sacramento, CA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Fresno Yosemite International and arrive in Sacramento International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Fresno station, Fresno, CA and arrive in Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Fresno and arrive in Sacramento, Bus Terminal.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Sacramento, CA by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Sacramento, CA by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 4 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Fresno, CA to Sacramento, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Reno, NV, Seattle, WA, Portland, OR. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sacramento, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sacramento, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Sacramento's key attractions, including the California State Capitol Museum, Old Sacramento Waterfront, and the Crocker Art Museum, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.
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