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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Stockton (GLI), CA | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Stockton (GLI), CA | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Stockton (GLI), CA | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Stockton (GLI), CA | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Stockton (GLI), CA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Stockton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Stockton?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Stockton
- A
Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202 - B330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Stockton, CA 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 Chicago to Stockton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Stockton start from $320. The average price for this route is around $481. 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 Chicago to Stockton?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Stockton is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2884 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Stockton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Stockton?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Stockton at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Stockton?
A bus trip from Chicago to Stockton generates an estimated 72 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 Chicago to Stockton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Stockton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Stockton?
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 Stockton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Stockton, CA was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $311To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Stockton, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $311 to $996 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $311 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Stockton, CA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
