How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington start from $215. The average price for this route is around $445. 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 Washington?

The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 3810 km. The quickest bus can get 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 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Washington?

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

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

A bus trip from Sacramento to Washington generates an estimated 95 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 87500 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 $197 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 6h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 11h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 18h	7:45pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	4d	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 9h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 11h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	4d	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to Washington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 20h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 11h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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, 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3d 5hAverage Duration

3810 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$215 - $1,113	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$286 - $4,644	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

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

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Washington start from $215. The average price for this route is around $445. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 3810 km. The quickest bus can get 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 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Washington at 9:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Washington?
A bus trip from Sacramento to Washington generates an estimated 95 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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

01-26

$327

01-27

$311

Today

$315

01-29

$321

01-30

$315

01-31

$315

02-01

$269

02-02

$255

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $255

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 $255 to $779 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 $255 which is on 2026-02-02.