Bus from Dallas, TX to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Dallas to Chicago on April 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado Bus
Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway
Chicago, ILCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dallas Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Dallas Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Conexiones
Jefferson Bd
Chicago, ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dallas Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:58 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
1296 kmDistance
118kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$110 - $583Average Duration20h 14m
32kg CO₂e
Average Price$163 - $490Average Duration1d 4h
118kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Chicago 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 Dallas to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Chicago start from $110. The average price for this route is around $308. 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 Dallas to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Dallas to Chicago is 20h 14m, covering a distance of 1292 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 37m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dallas to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dallas to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Chicago at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Dallas to Chicago generates an estimated 32 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 Dallas to Chicago?

    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 5780 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Chicago?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dallas to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas to Chicago?

    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.

Best price found
03-29
$423
03-30
$325
Today
$272
04-01
$272
04-02
$229
04-03
$210
04-04
$195
04-05
$198
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $195

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

You can expect to pay from $195 to $583 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2026-04-04.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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