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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Long Beach to Sacramento. Traveling by coach from Long Beach to Sacramento usually takes around 12 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 45 minutes.
Distance | 380 mi (611 km) |
Shortest duration | 9h 45m |
Cheapest price | US$45.48 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Long Beach to Sacramento?
US$54.82 is the average price of a bus ticket from Long Beach to Sacramento. Any tickets cheaper than US$54.82 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Long Beach to Sacramento are expected to cost between US$51 and US$84 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Sacramento within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from US$57. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 25 days in advance to save US$72.33 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Long Beach to Sacramento?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Long Beach to Sacramento that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 5 | 14h 1m | US$104.45 |
Greyhound | 5 | 12h 30m | US$71.21 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 5 trips per day from Long Beach to Sacramento, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 5 bus trips from Long Beach to Sacramento every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Sacramento usually start from US$45.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 12 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 380 miles from Long Beach to Sacramento. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Sacramento at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Long Beach to Sacramento, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from Long Beach to Sacramento every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Long Beach to Sacramento; ticket prices start at US$62.25.
City Information
Sacramento
As the long-held capital city of California, Sacramento has a rich and vibrant history that is reflected in its historic buildings and quarters. The Old Sacramento Waterfront quarter is the best place to explore the city’s rich heritage. Boasting ages-old constructions and a quaint vibe that is reminiscent of the Wild West, the area allows visitors to travel back in time and relive the Gold Rush era. Among the most interesting destinations in the area is the California State Museum, located at the northern edge of the quarter. It offers numerous restored locomotives as well as exhibitions on the United States’ westward expansion. If history is not really your thing, then the Midtown quarter, which boasts a vibrant and expanding art scene, will be a great alternative.
Sacramento is famous for its vast tracts of farmland, so it makes sense that the best dishes are the ones made from locally-grown produce. Among the best places to try out homemade dishes are The Firehouse and The Kitchen. For a bit of an Asian taste, visit Mikuni in Midtown Sacramento.
The busiest bus station in Sacramento is located right in the heart of the city and offers bus service to Portland, Reno, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, among many other places. The main Amtrak train station is the nearby Sacramento Valley Station, which also serves the Gold Line of the local transit light rail. The principal regional airport is the Sacramento International Airport, located 10 miles northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Long Beach?
Main departure station: Long Bch Bus Station
Long Beach has two coach stations with service to Sacramento.
All coach stations in Long Beach:
Long Bch Bus Station
Shelter 'A' - 107 E First Street
Where does the coach arrive in Sacramento?
Main arrival station: 420 Richards Blvd
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Sacramento.
Coach stations in Sacramento:
420 Richards Blvd
961 2nd St
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