Newark, California to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.5 miles 126.4 km · straight line
106.8 miles actual route 171.9 km · driving distance
2h 7min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
22° NNE bearing direction

How far is Newark, California from Sacramento?

The distance from Newark, California to Sacramento is 78.5 miles (126.4 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located NNE of Newark, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.8 miles, taking about 2h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Newark, California and Sacramento. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Newark, California to Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 7min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 32min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 1min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, California & Sacramento

Quick Facts

Newark, California
37.53°N, 122.04°W
America/Los_Angeles
6m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 317 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM