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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sacramento to San Francisco

Composite routes from Sacramento to San Francisco

Cheapest
1 h 34 min
Car
139 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 12 min
Bus, Train
117 km.
from $35.38
3 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
118 km.
from $270.80

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.68–$892.98

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Sacramento to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.12–$82.92

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to Civic
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.59–$6.12

Sacramento Regional Transit

Website:
sacrt.com/
Bus from Stockton Blvd & 65Th St to 8Th
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.46

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.02–$89.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco is to drive which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sacramento Bus Station station and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The distance between Sacramento and San Francisco is 158 km. The road distance is 139.3 km.

How do I travel from Sacramento to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco without a car is to train and BART which takes 2h 24m and costs $14.13 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Sacramento to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Sacramento to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to San Francisco bus from?

Sacramento to San Francisco bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to San Francisco train from?

Sacramento to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Bus or fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Sacramento to San Francisco is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $5.98 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $92.39 - $413.04 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Sacramento to San Francisco bus arrive?

Sacramento to San Francisco bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Where does the Sacramento to San Francisco train arrive?

Sacramento to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to San Francisco is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Sacramento to San Francisco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Book your Sacramento to San Francisco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 821+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $72.98 per night.
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