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Bus from Sacramento to Truckee: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Sacramento to Truckee. Traveling by bus from Sacramento to Truckee usually takes around 2 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 87 mi (141 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €19.83 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Sacramento to Truckee?
Bus tickets for a trip from Sacramento to Truckee cost €21.04 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Sacramento to Truckee by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Sacramento to Truckee in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €21 to €25. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 24, 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Truckee this week, bus tickets are available starting at €21.
Average bus ticket prices from Sacramento to Truckee by month
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 28 days in advance to save up to €10.88.
What bus companies travel from Sacramento to Truckee?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sacramento to Truckee. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 2h 40m | €23.05 |
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 1 bus trips from Sacramento to Truckee every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Truckee usually start from €20.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Sacramento to Truckee
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 87 miles from Sacramento to Truckee. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Sacramento to Truckee. It leaves the station in Sacramento at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Sacramento to Truckee. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sacramento to Truckee; ticket prices start at €52.92.
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 Truckee?
Main arrival station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd
All buses from Sacramento arrive at one main station in Truckee.
All bus stations in Truckee:
10065 Donner Pass Rd
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