How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento start from $179. The average price for this route is around $357. 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 2446 miles (3945 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Sacramento at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Sacramento generates an estimated 99 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?

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 87518 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento from $172 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 11h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:05pm	Cherry Hill Mall	3d 10h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 7h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:10am	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	3d 4h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sacramento on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 11h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	8:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 22h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:54 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 3 days, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

3d 5hAverage Duration

2446 milesDistance

99kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$179 - $894	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$277 - $3,291	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 359kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Sacramento?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
Visit page
B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
Visit page
C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento start from $179. The average price for this route is around $357. 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Sacramento is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 2446 miles (3945 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Sacramento at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Sacramento generates an estimated 99 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Sacramento?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Philadelphia to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveler 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

01/27

$286

01/28

$293

Today

$509

01/30

$298

01/31

$268

02/01

$231

02/02

$211

02/03

$370

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $211

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

You can expect to pay from $211 to $634 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $211 which is on 2026-02-02.