How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Sacramento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Sacramento start from $138. The average price for this route is around $438. 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 trip duration from Boston to Sacramento is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2620 miles (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 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston 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 has the most timely service from Boston to Sacramento?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $306 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 9h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
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 December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 18h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 9h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 18h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 9h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	Fastest

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:35pm	Boston (South Station)	3d 9h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 18h	2:30am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:36 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 3 days, 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 14hAverage Duration

2620 milesDistance

106kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$138 - $876	Average Duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 106kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$220 - $4,534	Average Duration3d 11h	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
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,427 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $138. The average price for this route is around $438. 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 trip duration from Boston to Sacramento is 3d 14h, covering a distance of 2620 miles (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 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston 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 has the most timely service from Boston to Sacramento?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/09

$446

12/10

$540

Today

$625

12/12

$688

12/13

$397

12/14

$351

12/15

$411

12/16

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The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $351

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 $351 to $688 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 $351 which is on 2025-12-14.