How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Sacramento to Washington starts at R 2 468. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Washington?

The average travel time between Sacramento and Washington is around 3d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3822 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and Washington?

The number of buses from Sacramento to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to Washington?

When taking the bus from Sacramento to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to Washington?

Buses travelling between Sacramento and Washington leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento and arrive at Dupont Circle, Union Station, Metro Center Station.

Bus Sacramento to Washington from R 2 518 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 11h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 5h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 11 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 19h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 11h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 468, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

3d 5hAverage duration

3815 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 2 468 - R 10 990	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 097 - R 34 497	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 348kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 359 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 247 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Washington?

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

Stops in Washington

A - Dupont Circle

B - Union Station

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Sacramento to Washington starts at R 2 468. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Washington?
The average travel time between Sacramento and Washington is around 3d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3822 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and Washington?
The number of buses from Sacramento to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to Washington?
When taking the bus from Sacramento to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to Washington?
Buses travelling between Sacramento and Washington leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento and arrive at Dupont Circle, Union Station, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

R 4 868

08/11

R 4 221

Today

R 4 717

10/11

R 4 008

11/11

R 3 201

12/11

No data

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 201

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 201 to R 8 939 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 201, which is on 2025-11-11.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3d 5h	Avg priceR 5 404	Daily departures10
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 23h	Avg priceR 7 695	Daily departures1

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