What is the cheapest way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

The cheapest way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento is to bus which costs $25 - $55 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

The fastest way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Shasta Lake and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from Shasta Lake to Sacramento station. However, there are services departing from Shasta Dam Blvd at Median Ave and arriving at Sacramento Bus Station via Redding Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Shasta Lake and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct train from Shasta Lake to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Redding Amtrak and arriving at Sacramento via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

The distance between Shasta Lake and Sacramento is 168 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

How do I travel from Shasta Lake to Sacramento without a car?

The best way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $25 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shasta Lake to Sacramento bus from?

Shasta Lake to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Redding Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shasta Lake to Sacramento train from?

Shasta Lake to Sacramento train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Redding Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

The best way to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs $25 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Shasta Lake to Sacramento bus arrive?

Shasta Lake to Sacramento bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Shasta Lake to Sacramento train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shasta Lake to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Shasta Lake to Sacramento is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Shasta Lake to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 335+ hotels available in Sacramento.

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There are 3 ways to get from Shasta Lake to Sacramento by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
4h 28m
$26–52
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
5h 20m
$52–112
Drive 167.2 mi
1. Drive from Shasta Lake to Sacramentocar 167.2 mi
2h 43m
$31–45

Shasta Lake to Sacramento by bus

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Shasta Lake, CA, USA and Sacramento, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Redding Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $24–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 57m.

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