How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Sandusky?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Sandusky start from $61. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 Sandusky?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Sandusky is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 410 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Sandusky 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 Sandusky?

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Sandusky generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Chicago to Sandusky from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h 45m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h 45m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h 45m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	18h 5m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Sandusky on February 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 30m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 25m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	7h 45m	2:30pm	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 20m	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:51 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Sandusky

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Sandusky. The journey takes about 5 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 49mAverage Duration

412 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $150	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $151	Average Duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87522 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 $61

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Sandusky 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 Sandusky?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Sandusky start from $61. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 Sandusky?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Sandusky is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 410 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Sandusky 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 Sandusky?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Sandusky at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Sandusky?
A bus trip from Chicago to Sandusky generates an estimated 10 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

02-11

$73

02-12

$79

Today

$83

02-14

$68

02-15

$59

02-16

$59

02-17

$55

02-18

$55

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Sandusky was searched and found on Feb 17, 2026 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $137 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Sandusky based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-02-17.