How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Sacramento start from $169. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Sacramento?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Sacramento is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 4225 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Sacramento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Sacramento?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Sacramento at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Boston to Sacramento generates an estimated 106 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Boston 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 Boston to Sacramento?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston 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 Boston 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 Boston to Sacramento from $178 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:10am	Boston (South Station)	3d 3h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	3d 3h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	3d 10h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	3d 15h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	3d 3h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	3d 10h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	3d 15h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	3d 3h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	3d 10h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	3d 15h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 18h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:55pm	Brookline	3d 15h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15am	Boston (South Station)	3d 2h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 14h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Brookline	3d 10h	8:55am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 18h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston 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 3 days, 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3d 10hAverage Duration

4225 kmDistance

106kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$169 - $1,116	Average Duration3d 10h	CO₂ emissions 106kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$309 - $6,357	Average Duration3d 13h	CO₂ emissions 384kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Sacramento?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,157 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Sacramento start from $169. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Sacramento?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Sacramento is 3d 10h, covering a distance of 4225 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Sacramento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Sacramento at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Sacramento?
A bus trip from Boston to Sacramento generates an estimated 106 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Boston 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 Boston to Sacramento?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston 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 Boston 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

01-24

$857

01-25

$263

Today

$651

01-27

$762

01-28

$337

01-29

$274

01-30

$278

01-31

$297

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $263

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

You can expect to pay from $263 to $857 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $274 which is on 2026-01-29.