How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Elyria?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from $58. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Elyria?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Elyria is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 462 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elyria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Elyria?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elyria at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Elyria generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Chicago to Elyria from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:25pm	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h	3:25pm	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:25pm	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	19h	3:25pm	Elyria	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:25pm	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	3:25pm	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:25pm	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	3:25pm	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Elyria on February 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	3:25pm	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	3:25pm	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	5:40am	Elyria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:53 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Elyria

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 6 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 28mAverage Duration

465 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $177	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $165	Average Duration6h 28m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87523 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $59

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Elyria 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 Elyria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from $58. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Elyria?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Elyria is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 462 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elyria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Elyria?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elyria at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Elyria?
A bus trip from Chicago to Elyria generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02-14

$88

02-15

$91

Today

$83

02-17

$63

02-18

$62

02-19

$63

02-20

$65

02-21

$65

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elyria was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 with a price of $62

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Elyria, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $62 to $127 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Elyria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-02-18.