Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US

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Next departures from San Diego to Sacramento on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Sacramento Valley StationCheapest
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Sacramento Franklin BlvdFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Sacramento Franklin BlvdNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Sacramento

busbud logoWe recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
14h 35mAverage duration
757 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$65 - US$261Average duration14h 35m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$113 - US$217Average duration17h 48m
69kg CO₂e

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$95
Average bus trip duration14h 35m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance757 km
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Sacramento Bus

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Sacramento cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Diego to Sacramento starts at US$65. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Sacramento 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Sacramento?

    The average travel time between San Diego and Sacramento is around 14h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 762 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Sacramento?

    The number of buses from San Diego to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Sacramento?

    When taking the bus from San Diego to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Los Limousines, Amtrak.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Sacramento?

    Buses travelling between San Diego and Sacramento leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Greyhound Sacramento Station, Old Sacramento, Fruitridge Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/10
US$89
30/10
US$101
Today
US$89
01/11
US$89
02/11
US$90
03/11
US$69
04/11
US$75
05/11
US$61
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$61

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

You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$228 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-11-05.

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Sacramento will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less 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.

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

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

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