How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Sacramento cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Sacramento starts at R 2 028. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Sacramento is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Sacramento?

The average travel time between Chicago and Sacramento is around 2d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 23h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2881 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Sacramento?

The number of buses from Chicago to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Sacramento?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Sacramento?

Buses travelling between Chicago and Sacramento leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Greyhound Sacramento Station, Old Sacramento, Fruitridge Rd.

Bus Chicago to Sacramento from R 2 314 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 17 November
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	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 5h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 11h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 5h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 11h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 20 November
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	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 21 November
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	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 22 November
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	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 23 November
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	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Sacramento on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 13h	08:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 17h	08:30	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 18h	02:30	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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 028, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 11hAverage duration

2881 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 028 - R 10 131	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 545 - R 44 238	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 262kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87378 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 2 107

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

4/55 590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 346 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Sacramento?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

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

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Sacramento cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Sacramento starts at R 2 028. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Sacramento is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Sacramento?
The average travel time between Chicago and Sacramento is around 2d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 23h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2881 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Sacramento?
The number of buses from Chicago to Sacramento can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Sacramento by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Sacramento?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Sacramento, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Sacramento?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Sacramento leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Greyhound Sacramento Station, Old Sacramento, Fruitridge Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/11

R 5 708

16/11

R 5 620

Today

R 5 682

18/11

R 5 445

19/11

R 5 007

20/11

R 5 866

21/11

R 6 156

22/11

R 5 130

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Sacramento, US was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 5 007

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 5 007 to R 8 391 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 5 007, which is on 2025-11-19.