How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Stockton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Stockton start at R 3 918. The average price for this route is around R 5 884. 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 Stockton?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Stockton is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2884 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Stockton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Stockton at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Stockton 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 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

Bus Chicago to Stockton from R 3 801 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Stockton on 1 December
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 13h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 1h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 17h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 2h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 10h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Stockton on 2 December
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 13h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 1h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 17h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Stockton on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 17h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 1h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	01:25	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 13h	11:00	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Stockton

We recommend taking the bus

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 R 3 918, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 10hAverage duration

2884 kmDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 918 - R 11 046	Average duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 801 - R 40 037	Average duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 262kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Stockton?

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
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
B
Martin Luther King Blvd
330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 486 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Stockton, CA 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 Stockton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Stockton start at R 3 918. The average price for this route is around R 5 884. 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 Stockton?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Stockton is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2884 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Stockton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Stockton?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Stockton at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Stockton?
A bus trip from Chicago to Stockton 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 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

Best price found

29/11

R 6 039

30/11

R 8 708

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R 5 618

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R 4 933

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R 3 801

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Stockton, CA was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 801

To 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 R 3 801 to R 12 202 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 R 3 801, which is on 2025-12-03.