Bus Tickets from San Diego (CA), US to Sacramento, US

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from US$85
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Next departures to Sacramento

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: June 1 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 31 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 31 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Sacramento

Average PriceUS$62 - US$227Average Duration13h 15m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$102 - US$172Average Duration17h 9m
69kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Sacramento

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
13h 15mAverage Duration
US$62Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to Sacramento: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$91
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance757 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

San Diego to Sacramento Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego (CA), US - Sacramento, US

  1. How long is the bus trip from San Diego to Sacramento?

    The trip from San Diego to Sacramento will take on average 13h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 10h 30m.

  2. How far is San Diego from Sacramento?

    The distance between San Diego and Sacramento is around 762 km (473 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Greyhound Sacramento Station, in Sacramento.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Sacramento?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Sacramento from San Diego; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$62, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Taking the bus from San Diego to Sacramento costs on average US$91.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-28
US$80
05-29
US$80
Today
US$95
05-31
US$80
06-01
US$78
06-02
US$80
06-03
No data
06-04
US$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Sacramento was searched and found on Jun 1, 2025 with a price of US$78

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

You can expect to pay from US$78 to US$184 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Sacramento based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$78 which is on 2025-06-01.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Sacramento.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Diego to Sacramento.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Sacramento will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Diego to Sacramento, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Sacramento?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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