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Stockton to Sacramento Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Stockton to Sacramento?
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Stockton to Sacramento.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 292.25 | Avg. PriceCZK 564.02 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration1h 1m | Duration3h 49m |
Bus from Stockton to Sacramento: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Stockton to Sacramento. Traveling by bus from Stockton to Sacramento usually takes around one hour and 2 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 55 minutes.
| Distance | 45 mi (72 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 55m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 124.10 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Stockton to Sacramento?
Bus tickets for a trip from Stockton to Sacramento cost CZK 247.78 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
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 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CZK 104.86 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Stockton to Sacramento?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Stockton to Sacramento that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 15m | CZK 172.29 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 1h 2m | CZK 308.80 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Stockton to Sacramento start at CZK 124. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
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 3 bus trips from Stockton to Sacramento every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Sacramento usually start from CZK 237.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Stockton to Sacramento
The bus takes an average of one hour and 2 minutes to cover the 45 miles from Stockton to Sacramento. However, the fastest bus only takes 55 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Stockton to Sacramento, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Stockton to Sacramento every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Stockton to Sacramento without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stockton to Sacramento; ticket prices start at CZK 268.88.
City Information
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
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 Stockton?
Main departure station: Central Autobuses
Stockton has two bus stations with service to Sacramento.
All bus stations in Stockton:
Central Autobuses
Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St
Where does the bus arrive in Sacramento?
Main arrival station: 420 Richards Blvd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Sacramento.
All bus stations in Sacramento:
420 Richards Blvd
Valley Station - 401 I St
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