What is the cheapest way to get from Portola to Sacramento?

The cheapest way to get from Portola to Sacramento is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portola to Sacramento?

The fastest way to get from Portola to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Portola and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from Portola to Sacramento station. However, there are services departing from 349 E. Sierra Ave and arriving at Sacramento Bus Station via Hallelujah Junction and Reno Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Portola and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct train from Portola to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Reno and arriving at Sacramento via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Portola to Sacramento?

The distance between Portola and Sacramento is 180 miles. The road distance is 148.6 miles.

How do I travel from Portola to Sacramento without a car?

The best way to get from Portola to Sacramento without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $27 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Portola to Sacramento?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Portola to Sacramento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portola to Sacramento bus from?

Portola to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Reno Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Portola to Sacramento train from?

Portola to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Reno station.

Train or bus from Portola to Sacramento?

The best way to get from Portola to Sacramento is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Portola to Sacramento bus arrive?

Portola to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Portola to Sacramento train arrive?

Portola to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Portola to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Portola to Sacramento is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Portola to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 301+ hotels available in Sacramento.

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There are 4 ways to get from Portola to Sacramento by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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best
1. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
5h 18m
$27–53
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Reno to Sacramentotrain California Zephyr
8h 39m
$52–113
Drive 147.8 mi
1. Drive from Portola to Sacramentocar 147.8 mi
2h 40m
$27–39
Bus via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Gulling & E. Sierra to Hwy 70 & 395bus East County
2. Take the bus from Reno to Sacramentobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 32m
$52–78

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Portola, Plumas County, CA, USA and Sacramento, CA, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Station twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Reno to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 5h 41m.

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