Bus from Sacramento, US to Seattle: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to Seattle on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags
FlixBusBus
Greyhound Sacramento Station
University of WashingtonNo tags
FlixBusBus
Old Sacramento
Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:27 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
16h 30mAverage Duration
1011 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$138 - $328Average Duration16h 30m
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$153 - $276Average Duration20h 2m
91kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Seattle by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Seattle?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to Seattle start from $138. The average price for this route is around $146. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to Seattle?

    The average bus travel time from Sacramento to Seattle is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 1011 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Seattle route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sacramento to Seattle?

    The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Seattle at 9:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Seattle?

    A bus trip from Sacramento to Seattle generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Sacramento to Seattle?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Seattle?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sacramento to Seattle?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Seattle?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-26
$273
11-27
$242
Today
$235
11-29
$242
11-30
$258
12-01
$163
12-02
$132
12-03
$128
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $128

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sacramento, US to Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $128 to $382 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Seattle?

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