How to travel from Dallas to Sacramento, United States of America

The distance between Dallas and Sacramento is around 1,457 miles (2,344km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Dallas to Sacramento by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Sacramento (SMF).

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time3h 55m
  • Typical cost
    $355
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Los Angeles and then to Sacramento.

  • Duration1 day 15h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $245
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Train

Take the train to Los Angeles and then to Sacramento.

  • Duration2 days 9h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $270
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Drive

Drive to Sacramento.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Distance1,724 miles (2,775km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dallas and Sacramento

There are several options for getting from Dallas to Sacramento by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $245 and will take around 1 day 15h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $355.

The distance between Dallas and Sacramento is around 1,457 miles (2,344km).

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Dallas and Sacramento by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 3h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dallas to Sacramento is to fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx $355.

The cheapest way to travel between Dallas and Sacramento, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $245 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dallas and Sacramento. It typically takes around 2 days 9h and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Dallas to Sacramento. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Los Angeles. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 9h.

Amtrak run train services between Dallas and Sacramento. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 2 days 9h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dallas and Sacramento. It typically takes around 1 day 15h and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Dallas to Sacramento. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Los Angeles. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 15h.

Greyhound USA and ACN Autobuses run regular bus services between Dallas and Sacramento. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 15h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Dallas and Sacramento. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and arrive at Sacramento (SMF). The flight takes around 3h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Dallas and Sacramento with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 55m.

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and Frontier Airlines fly between Dallas and Sacramento. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and and arrive into Sacramento (SMF). These flights usually take around 3h 55m.

The flight from Dallas to Sacramento typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Dallas (DAL) and and arrive into Sacramento (SMF).

The closest major airport to Sacramento is Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (SMF) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Sacramento. Stockton Airport (SCK) (SCK) and Buchanan Field (CCR) (CCR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dallas and Sacramento. The distance is around 1,724 miles (2,775km) by road and it will take around 1 day 3h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dallas to Sacramento is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around $355.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Dallas and Sacramento

Transport options from Dallas to Sacramento
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4h 35m
$355
every 30 mins2,344km (1,457 miles)
Fly to Sacramento (SMF)5h 25m
$295
every 30 mins2,353km (1,462 miles)
Plane and Train6h 40m
$375
every 4 hours2,523km (1,568 miles)
Fly to San Jose (SJC), Train7h 35m
$425
every 4 hours2,558km (1,589 miles)
Bus
1 day 15h
$245
twice daily2,977km (1,850 miles)
Train
2 days 9h
$270
3 times a week3,670km (2,280 miles)
Drive
1 day 3h
$170
on demand2,775km (1,724 miles)

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Airports near Sacramento

The following major airports near Sacramento offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

SMF
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
International Airport
Distance
9 miles (15km) from Sacramento
SCK
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49 miles (80km) from Sacramento
CCR
Buchanan Field (CCR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
51 miles (82km) from Sacramento