How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Sacramento start from $120. The average price for this route is around $122. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

The average bus travel time from Palm Springs to Sacramento is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 686 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Sacramento at 11:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

A bus trip from Palm Springs to Sacramento generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palm Springs to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Palm Springs to Sacramento from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Palm Springs to Sacramento on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	15h 45m	11:35pm	Sacramento Valley Station	CheapestFastest
7:50am	Indian Canyon Dr	15h 45m	11:35pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	19h 52m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	19h 52m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	19h 52m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 25mAverage Duration

686 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $137	Average Duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$161 - $1,213	Average Duration21h 47m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and Sacramento?

Stops in Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
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Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,491 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palm Springs to Sacramento, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Sacramento start from $120. The average price for this route is around $122. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
The average bus travel time from Palm Springs to Sacramento is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 686 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Sacramento at 11:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Palm Springs to Sacramento generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palm Springs to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $126

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palm Springs to Sacramento, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $126 to $297 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $126 which is on 2025-12-03.