How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Jacksonville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Jacksonville start from $124. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 Jacksonville?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Jacksonville is 1d , covering a distance of 1375 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Jacksonville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Jacksonville at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Jacksonville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Jacksonville?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 25m	11:05pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 50m	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:55pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	7:55pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 25m	11:05pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 50m	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:55pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:21 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Jacksonville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Jacksonville. The journey takes about 1 day, 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d Average Duration

1375 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $487	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$178 - $785	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Jacksonville?

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
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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 Jacksonville

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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B
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,164 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Jacksonville start from $124. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 Jacksonville?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Jacksonville is 1d , covering a distance of 1375 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Jacksonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Jacksonville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Jacksonville at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Jacksonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Jacksonville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Jacksonville?
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 Jacksonville?
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

01-28

$287

01-29

$286

Today

$294

01-31

$358

02-01

$431

02-02

No data

02-03

No data

02-04

$163

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $438 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2026-02-04.