How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Sacramento start at R 2 189. The average price for this route is around R 3 862. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Sacramento?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Sacramento is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2879 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Sacramento?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Sacramento at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento?

A bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento produces an estimated 72 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Sacramento?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Sacramento?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Sacramento from R 2 169 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 11h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 11h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 10h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 9h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 11h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 11hAverage duration

2879 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 189 - R 10 042	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 005 - R 43 362	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 262kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Sacramento?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 508 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87508 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 189

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago Sacramento recent customer reviews

Bad very bad drive of the bus don’t let me get back on the bus I was with my ticket in hands

Jader B.

22 July 2024

Amtrak

4/55 740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 083 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Sacramento, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Sacramento start at R 2 189. The average price for this route is around R 3 862. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Sacramento?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Sacramento is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2879 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Sacramento at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento produces an estimated 72 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Sacramento?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Sacramento?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/01

R 4 935

16/01

R 5 608

Today

R 6 314

18/01

R 4 582

19/01

R 4 448

20/01

R 4 330

21/01

R 2 808

22/01

R 3 397

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 808

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Sacramento, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 808 to R 7 979 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 808, which is on 2026-01-21.