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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Poway is to bus which costs $85 - $150 and takes 16h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Poway is to fly and line 235 bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $95 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Poway?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to Poway. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at Hilleary Pl & Hilleary Park Dr via Santa Fe Depot and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Poway?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to Poway. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Escondido Transit Center via Los Angeles and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 4m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Poway?

The distance between Sacramento and Poway is 528 miles. The road distance is 502.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Poway without a car is to bus which takes 16h 33m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Sacramento to Poway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Poway bus from?

Sacramento to Poway bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Poway train from?

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

Train or bus from Sacramento to Poway?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Poway is to bus which takes 16h 33m and costs $85 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $390 and takes 20h 4m.

Where does the Sacramento to Poway bus arrive?

Sacramento to Poway bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop station.

Where does the Sacramento to Poway train arrive?

Sacramento to Poway train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Poway?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Poway is 502 miles. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Sacramento to Poway.

Where can I stay near Poway?

There are 410+ hotels available in Poway.

Sacramento to Poway - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, line 235 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Sacramento to Poway by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly from Sacramento International Airport, line 235 bus
best
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SMF - SAN
2. Take the bus from Broadway & 1st Av to Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Stationbus
5h 20m
$98–288
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
16h 33m
$90–143
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
20h 4m
$163–389
Drive 499.3 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Powaycar 499.3 mi
8h 19m
$92–132
Train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
7h 20m
$96–343

Sacramento to Poway by bus and tram (Greyhound)

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Distance: 524.8 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Sacramento, CA, USA and Poway, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $85–140 and the journey takes 14h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sacramento to Poway Rd & Quate Ct via Los Angeles, Oceanside, Oceanside Transit Center, Escondido Transit Center, Escondido Transit Center, and Sabre Springs & Penasquitos Transit Station in around 20h 4m.

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