Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to Sacramento on 16 December
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
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Sacramento Valley StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego 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 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 898, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
14h 35mAverage duration
763 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 898 - R 5 167Average duration14h 35m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 1 946 - R 8 662Average duration17h 39m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Sacramento?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Sacramento start at R 898. The average price for this route is around R 1 725. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Sacramento is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 763 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Los Limousines.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Sacramento route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Sacramento?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Sacramento at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Sacramento?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Sacramento produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Sacramento?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
13/12
R 1 533
14/12
R 1 533
Today
R 1 533
16/12
R 1 533
17/12
R 1 533
18/12
R 1 533
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R 1 533
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R 1 533
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 533

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 R 1 533 to R 4 192 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 R 1 533, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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