How much is the bus ticket from Kalamazoo to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kalamazoo to Chicago start from $37. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Kalamazoo to Chicago is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 181 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Kalamazoo to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Kalamazoo to Chicago at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago generates an estimated 5 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago from $28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:25pm	459 N Burdick St	3h	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	7h 25m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	6h 5m	12:35am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	6h 5m	12:35am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Kalamazoo to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30pm	459 N Burdick St	2h 55m	9:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	3h 10m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:25am	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	459 N Burdick St	5h 55m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kalamazoo 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 2 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 19mAverage Duration

176 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $129	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $125	Average Duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kalamazoo and Chicago?

Stops in Kalamazoo

A
Kalamazoo Station
459 N Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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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

According to 15 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the timeliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Greyhound Kalamazoo Chicago recent customer reviews

Miserable they ruined my whole trip I had no other options for getting to chicago and my plane tickets are nonrefundable I missed a good friend's wedding because their bus just decided to not show up

Nicholas C.

May 12, 2023

The bus didn’t show up. Greyhound was supposed to have two busses show and only one showed. So a whole bus did not get to get on the bus. I had to rent a car.

Julia A.

December 27, 2019

I didn't appreciate having to argue with the bus driver, of the connecting bus, to Chicago, about him not wanting to let me on the bus, at first. I am deaf and couldn't understand a lot of what he said. Then, they were so late, that they made me miss my other bus.

Karleigh S.

October 12, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5619 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $125

Amtrak Kalamazoo Chicago recent customer reviews

Such a pleasant trip into Chicago…clean, comfortable and so much easier than driving in big city traffic and hunting for decent parking!

Katharine M.

December 8, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kalamazoo to Chicago start from $37. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Kalamazoo to Chicago is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 181 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Kalamazoo to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Kalamazoo to Chicago at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago?
A bus trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago generates an estimated 5 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kalamazoo 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

11-29

$74

11-30

$59

Today

$61

12-02

$34

12-03

$30

12-04

$30

12-05

$34

12-06

$33

The cheapest trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $115 for a bus ticket from Kalamazoo to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-03.