How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Sacramento start from $157. The average price for this route is around $251. 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 Houston to Sacramento?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Sacramento is 2d , covering a distance of 1580 miles (2549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Sacramento?

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Sacramento at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Sacramento generates an estimated 64 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Houston 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 5733 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Houston 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 Houston to Sacramento from $188 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	3d 5h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	2d 3h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:10pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:10am	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	3d 5h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:10pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	3d 5h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:10pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	3d 5h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:10pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Sacramento on January 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:00am	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:10pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	3d 4h	3:05pm	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 20h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 23h	4:30pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:35am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	2d 3h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 days, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

2d Average Duration

1580 milesDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$157 - $631	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$242 - $582	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 235kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Sacramento?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,745 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,125 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US 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 Houston to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Sacramento start from $157. The average price for this route is around $251. 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 Houston to Sacramento?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Sacramento is 2d , covering a distance of 1580 miles (2549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Sacramento at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Houston to Sacramento generates an estimated 64 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Sacramento?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Houston 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

01/18

$227

01/19

$353

Today

No data

01/21

$431

01/22

$206

01/23

$217

01/24

$299

01/25

$214

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $206

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

You can expect to pay from $206 to $1,195 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $206 which is on 2026-01-22.

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.