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Cons: safety, pick up, as well as cleanliness. Tips: bring wet wipes.
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Portland to Sacramento Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Portland to Sacramento?
There are usually 1 daily train trips from Portland to Sacramento.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceMX$1,260.73 | Avg. PriceMX$3,126.77 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration13h 37m | Duration16h 6m |
Coach from Portland to Sacramento: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Portland to Sacramento. Traveling by coach from Portland to Sacramento usually takes around 13 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 13 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 483 mi (778 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 5m |
| Cheapest price | MX$1,033.03 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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Average score for coaches from Portland to Sacramento
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
How much is a coach ticket from Portland to Sacramento?
Bus tickets for a trip from Portland to Sacramento cost MX$1,068.06 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
Bus tickets from Portland to Sacramento are at their cheapest average price in February. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around MX$1,471. On the other hand, traveling on this route during June might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for June trips cost MX$1,944, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to MX$1,147.23 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Portland to Sacramento?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Portland to Sacramento. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 13h 36m | MX$1,687.39 |
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 2 bus trips from Portland to Sacramento every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 36 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Sacramento usually start from MX$998.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Portland to Sacramento
The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 483 miles from Portland to Sacramento. However, the fastest coach only takes 13 hours and 5 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Sacramento. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Portland to Sacramento, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Portland to Sacramento. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Portland to Sacramento; ticket prices start at MX$2,399.55.
City Information
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to "keep Portland weird."
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
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 Portland?
Main departure station: 7411 NW Station Way
Most coaches depart from the main station in Portland.
All coach stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
Where does the coach arrive in Sacramento?
Main arrival station: 420 Richards Blvd
All coaches from Portland arrive at one main station in Sacramento.
Coach stations in Sacramento:
420 Richards Blvd
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