How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington?

The cheapest coach tickets from Sacramento to Washington start from £175. The average price for this route is around £303. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sacramento to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 2375 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Washington at 07:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Washington?

A bus journey from Sacramento to Washington produces an estimated 96 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Sacramento to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Washington?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sacramento to Washington?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sacramento to Washington from £107 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 19h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 6h	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 9h	05:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 17h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 20h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to Washington on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 6h	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 15h	11:30	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 21h	10:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:00	Greyhound Sacramento Station	2d 20h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3d 4h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3d 4hAverage duration

2375 milesDistance

96kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£175 - £852	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£257 - £2,732	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 348kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and Washington?

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,967 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sacramento to Washington start from £175. The average price for this route is around £303. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sacramento to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Sacramento to Washington is 3d 4h, covering a distance of 2375 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to Washington at 07:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to Washington?
A bus journey from Sacramento to Washington produces an estimated 96 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Sacramento to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sacramento to Washington?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sacramento to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

06/01

£178

07/01

£170

Today

£169

09/01

£170

10/01

£169

11/01

No data

12/01

£170

13/01

£170

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 8 Jan 2026 with a price of £169

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £169 to £507 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £169, which is on 2026-01-10.