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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Lawrence Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lawrence Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lawrence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lawrence?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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 Lawrence
- A
707 Vermont St
707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lawrence, 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 Chicago to Lawrence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lawrence start from $103. The average price for this route is around $138. 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 Lawrence?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Lawrence is 18h 5m, covering a distance of 722 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lawrence route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Lawrence?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lawrence at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence?
A bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence generates an estimated 18 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 Lawrence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Lawrence?
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 Lawrence?
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 Lawrence?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lawrence, US was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Lawrence, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $130 to $211 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2026-02-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lawrence, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
