How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington start at R 3 256. The average price for this route is around R 5 728. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sacramento to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 3816 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Washington at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Sacramento to Washington produces an estimated 95 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sacramento to Washington?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sacramento to Washington from R 2 290 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	17:10	Sacramento (University/65th - CSUS)	3d 9h	05:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Old Sacramento	3d 12h	09:05	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Old Sacramento	3d 8h	05:55	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:20	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:55	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:20	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 7h	09:05	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

3d 4hAverage duration

3816 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 256 - R 15 843	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 576 - R 42 902	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 348kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Washington?

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 Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 546 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington start at R 3 256. The average price for this route is around R 5 728. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sacramento to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 3816 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Washington at 09:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Washington?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Washington produces an estimated 95 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sacramento to Washington?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

05/12

R 5 048

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R 2 290

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R 2 637

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R 2 845

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 290

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 290 to R 7 911 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 290, which is on 2025-12-10.