How far is Chicago from Stockton?

The distance separating Chicago and Stockton is 1790 miles (2887 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Stockton leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Stockton Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

Once in Stockton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are University of the Pacific, Stockton Arena, Haggin Museum, Stockton Ports and Pixie Woods Amusement Park.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 26 at 10:00am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:35am
Destination city: Stockton
Destination location: Stockton (GLI), CA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 16h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 26 at 10:10am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Arrival time: July 28 at 11:40am
Destination city: Stockton
Destination location: Stockton (GLI), CA
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 3h
Departure time: July 26 at 9:45am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: July 28 at 11:40am
Destination city: Stockton
Destination location: Stockton (GLI), CA
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 3h
Departure time: July 26 at 10:00pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Arrival time: July 29 at 7:40am
Destination city: Stockton
Destination location: Stockton (GLI), CA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 11h
Departure time: July 26 at 4:30pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:35am
Destination city: Stockton
Destination location: Stockton (GLI), CA
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 10h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Stockton.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$233 - $478	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$322 - $471	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 262kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Stockton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $322, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2d 7hAverage Duration

$322Cheapest ticket

262kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Stockton, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$285

Average bus trip duration2d 11h

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance1790 miles (2886 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,135 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

FlixBus

3.5/59,728 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Chicago to Stockton Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Stockton. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Stockton from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Stockton from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Stockton?

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 Stockton

A - Stockton Bus Station

B - Martin Luther King Blvd

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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.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Stockton!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Stockton, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Stockton.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Stockton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Stockton, CA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 11h	Avg Price$285	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d 7h	Avg Price$389	Daily Departures1

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Bus from Chicago to Stockton, CA

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Stockton?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Stockton, CA

How far is Chicago from Stockton?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

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About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Stockton, CA?

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