Getting to and from Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento, California KSMF #36 US airport by passengers
Train, bus, shuttle, rideshare and rental cars at SMF.
Ways to reach SMF
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Bus
SacRT Route 142 Airport Express
A battery-electric express bus between downtown Sacramento and Terminals A and B. SacRT lists service about every 60 minutes, daily from 5:15 a.m. (first departure from downtown) to 10:33 p.m. (last departure from the airport), with a standard fare of $2.50 as of 2026.
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Bus
Yolobus Routes 42A and 42B
Loop routes that stop at both terminals on the arrivals level, every 30 to 60 minutes, from about 5:00 a.m. to midnight. Route 42A runs clockwise through Woodland, West Sacramento, downtown Sacramento and Davis, and 42B runs the same loop in reverse. Yolobus lists a regular fare of $2.25.
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Rail
SacRT light rail via Route 142
There is no direct rail line to the airport. SacRT's guidance is to take Route 142 and connect to the Gold or Blue Line in downtown Sacramento (for example at 8th and Capitol or 10th and K).
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Rideshare and taxi
Ride App Pickup and taxis
Uber and Lyft use designated pickup zones that differ by terminal. At Terminal A, leave baggage claim near carousel 3 and follow the App Based Ride Share signs. At Terminal B, leave Level 1 through Door 2, turn right and follow Ride App Pickup signs. Check the app for your assigned spot. Airport taxis also operate from a designated area.
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Shuttle
Hotel and rental car shuttles
The airport provides free 24-hour shuttles between each terminal and the rental car terminal. Rental car shuttles drop off by terminal, so confirm you board the one for your airline. Hotel shuttles use their own designated area on the ground transportation map.
Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Southwest use at SMF?
Southwest uses Terminal B. Terminal A is used by Air Canada, American, Delta and United.
Is there a train from SMF to downtown Sacramento?
No. SacRT's Route 142 Airport Express bus runs between the airport and downtown, where you can connect to the Gold or Blue light rail lines. Yolobus Routes 42A and 42B also serve the airport.
How do I get between Terminal A and Terminal B?
You can walk through the parking garage by sky bridge, which the airport says takes about 10 minutes, or take the Daily Lot shuttle. You will go through TSA screening again at the other terminal.
Which lounge is in which terminal at SMF?
Escape Lounges operates in both terminals after security. Terminal A's lounge is on Level 2 near Gate A10, and Terminal B's is on Level 3 near the concourse entrance. Both are open to any airline, and entry is paid unless you are an eligible American Express cardholder.
Can I enroll in CLEAR or get PreCheck at SMF?
Yes. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR both operate at SMF. In Terminal B, the CLEAR enrollment point is by the people mover entrance. Enrollment hours change, so check the CLEAR site or the airport website before you go, and bring a government photo ID.