How much is the bus ticket from Fresno to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fresno to Chicago start from $301. The average price for this route is around $627. 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 Fresno to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Fresno to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2807 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Fresno to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Fresno to Chicago at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Fresno to Chicago generates an estimated 70 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 Fresno 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 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

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 Fresno 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.

Bus Fresno to Chicago from $258 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fresno to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10pm	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Fresno to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10pm	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Fresno to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10pm	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Fresno to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:10pm	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	2d 1h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45pm	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:57 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fresno to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $301, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 3hAverage Duration

2807 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$301 - $1,151	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$552 - $3,035	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fresno and Chicago?

Stops in Fresno

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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B
1157 F St
1157 F St, Fresno, CA 93706 , USA
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C
E St
919 E St, Fresno, CA 93706, USA
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D
Train / Greyhound Station
1033 H St, Fresno, CA 93721
E
W Shaw Ave
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87412 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 WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $314

Greyhound Fresno Chicago recent customer reviews

Took forever missed busses. Busses were late. Had to keep asking to fix my ticket.

Adrian P.

October 10, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,499 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fresno, US 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Fresno to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fresno to Chicago start from $301. The average price for this route is around $627. 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 Fresno to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Fresno to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2807 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Fresno to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fresno to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Fresno to Chicago at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fresno to Chicago?
A bus trip from Fresno to Chicago generates an estimated 70 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 Fresno 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fresno to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fresno to Chicago?
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 Fresno 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

11-30

$892

12-01

$879

Today

$576

12-03

$631

12-04

$518

12-05

No data

12-06

$417

12-07

No data

The cheapest trip from Fresno, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $417

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

You can expect to pay from $417 to $946 for a bus ticket from Fresno, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $417 which is on 2025-12-06.