How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Austin start from $145. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 Sacramento to Austin?

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 1463 miles (2360 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Austin at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Sacramento to Austin generates an estimated 59 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 Sacramento to Austin?

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.

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

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 Sacramento to Austin?

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 Sacramento to Austin?

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 Sacramento to Austin from $463 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Austin on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 1h	8:40pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	3:15pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1d 17h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	8:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	1d 23h	9:24am	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:05am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1d 17h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	1d 22h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d Average Duration

1463 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $646	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$236 - $1,691	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 214kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Austin?

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
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Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,438 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,637 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, 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 Sacramento to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Austin start from $145. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 Sacramento to Austin?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to Austin is 2d , covering a distance of 1463 miles (2360 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Austin at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Austin?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Austin generates an estimated 59 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 Sacramento to Austin?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Austin?
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 Sacramento to Austin?
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 Sacramento to Austin?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $463

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $463 to $463 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $463 which is on 2025-12-19.