Bus from Boston, MA, US to Sacramento, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Sacramento on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Greyhound Sacramento StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
Greyhound Sacramento StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:16 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 a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 3 days, 13 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3d 13hAverage Duration
4225 kmDistance
106kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$179 - $1,233Average Duration3d 13h
106kg CO₂e
Average Price$363 - $7,390Average Duration3d 13h
384kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Sacramento?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Sacramento start from $179. The average price for this route is around $606. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Sacramento?

    The average bus travel time from Boston to Sacramento is 3d 13h, covering a distance of 4225 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Sacramento route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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 5696 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

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01-08
$969
01-09
$1,041
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01-12
$441
01-13
$408
01-14
$434
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $408

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 $408 to $1,041 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 $408 which is on 2026-01-13.

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