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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Portola is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Portola is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Portola?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to Portola. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at 307 E. Sierra Ave via Amtrak Reno and Hwy 70 & 395. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Portola?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to Portola. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Reno via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Portola?

The distance between Sacramento and Portola is 180 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Portola without a car is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $27 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Sacramento to Portola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Portola bus from?

Sacramento to Portola bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Portola train from?

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

Train or bus from Sacramento to Portola?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Portola is to bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Sacramento to Portola bus arrive?

Sacramento to Portola bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Reno Amtrak station.

Where does the Sacramento to Portola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sacramento to Portola?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Portola is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Sacramento to Portola.

Where can I stay near Portola?

There are 23+ hotels available in Portola.

Sacramento to Portola - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Reno Amtrakbus Greyhound US0870
5h 31m
$28–52
Drive 148.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento to Portolacar 148.2 mi
2h 41m
$27–40
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Renotrain California Zephyr
8h 15m
$56–111
Bus via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to Renobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to Gullingbus East County
6h 38m
$54–78

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Distance: 178.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Reno Amtrak twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Reno once daily. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 5h 4m.

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