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Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs Bus Schedule
Bus from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs. Traveling by bus from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs usually takes around 15 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 423 mi (681 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $46.97 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs. 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 15h 50m | $90.83 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Desert Hot Springs usually start from $47.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 423 miles from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00pm and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Sacramento to Desert Hot Springs, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in Sacramento?
Main departure station: 420 Richards Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Sacramento.
All bus stations in Sacramento:
420 Richards Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Desert Hot Springs?
Main arrival station: Chevron/Jack in the Box
All buses from Sacramento arrive at one main station in Desert Hot Springs.
All bus stations in Desert Hot Springs:
Chevron/Jack in the Box
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