Bus Tickets from San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US

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TodayAug 11
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from US$27
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from US$26
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Next departures to Sacramento

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: San Francisco
    Departure location: San Francisco Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Sacramento
    Destination location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Francisco to Sacramento

Bus
Average PriceUS$25 - US$61Average Duration2h 50m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$165 - US$226Average Duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Francisco to Sacramento

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 50m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance121 km
Latest bus departure8:30pm

San Francisco to Sacramento Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Sacramento, US

  1. What is the travel distance from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    The distance between San Francisco and Sacramento is around 121 km (75 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco, and end it at Old Sacramento, in Sacramento.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-09
US$33
08-10
US$29
Today
US$35
08-12
US$24
08-13
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08-14
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08-15
US$24
08-16
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$144 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-08-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Sacramento.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Sacramento, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Francisco to Sacramento.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to San Francisco, US by bus?

Bus from San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US

You can also go to Sacramento, US by train

Train from San Francisco, US to Sacramento, US

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