What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

The fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from SJC Airport Terminal A and arriving at Sacramento via San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Santa Clara Amtrak and arriving at Sacramento via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

The distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Sacramento is 136 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento bus from?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento train from?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Train, bus or fly from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $470 - $800 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento bus arrive?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento train arrive?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 290+ hotels available in Sacramento.

Can I share a ride from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Sacramento. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
4h 22m
$42–88
Drive 115.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramentocar 115.1 mi
2h 6m
$21–31
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Sacramentobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 29m
$48–72
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from San Jose-SJC to Sacramentorideshare 115.1 mi
2h 6m
Fly
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
3h 24m
$470–797

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Sacramento by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between San Jose Airport (SJC), USA and Sacramento, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramento every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Sacramento via Santa Clara Transit Center, Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, San Jose, and Stockton in around 6h 29m.

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