How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Sacramento start from $27. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 San Jose to Sacramento?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Sacramento is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 91 miles (146 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Sacramento at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Sacramento generates an estimated 4 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 San Jose 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Sacramento from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	3h 40m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h 52m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	3h 40m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h 52m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	3h 40m	8:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h 52m	9:22am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h 40m	9:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	6h 40m	11:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h 40m	9:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	6h 40m	11:10am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h	8:30am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 10m	9:40am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Sacramento on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:35am	Diridon Station	2h 55m	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	4h	8:30am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 10m	9:40am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags
4:30am	Diridon Station	5h 32m	10:02am	Sacramento Valley Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

91 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $45	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $85	Average Duration3h 9m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Sacramento?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

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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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to multiple positive reviews, customers have praised the ease of boarding and disembarking, as well as the comfortable and smooth ride with great views. The conductors were also mentioned to be extremely nice. However, some customers expressed difficulties at Diridon Station due to a lack of user-friendly features such as electronic schedule boards. This caused stress until assistance was provided by a train employee.

Amtrak San Jose Sacramento recent customer reviews

Easy getting on and getting off, comfortable and smooth ride. Great views. The conductor was extremely nice. Just be prepared for dealing with interesting people.

Dean H.

May 29, 2023

Great, except… the Diridon Station is not very user friendly. Couldn’t find any electronic schedule boards to tell me where to load them on. Very stressful until I finally found the right train, thanks to a train employee!

Donnell F.

May 24, 2023

Enjoyed it very much

Pauline S.

November 19, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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.

Greyhound San Jose Sacramento recent customer reviews

Trip was awful. Bus was late leaving San Jose and the bus out of Oakland broke down ten minutes out and had us stuck waiting for another bus for two hours.

Vincent A.

April 15, 2017

Luggage claim: I feel it very unfair that small bags are extracharged because of one more carried on.

Philgue Y.

March 16, 2017

It was morning time and no heater

Akashdeep S.

October 15, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Sacramento start from $27. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 San Jose to Sacramento?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Sacramento is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 91 miles (146 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Sacramento at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Sacramento?
A bus trip from San Jose to Sacramento generates an estimated 4 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 San Jose 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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

11/30

$47

12/01

$38

Today

$35

12/03

$35

12/04

$30

12/05

$35

12/06

$37

12/07

$27

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $127 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-07.

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.