How much is the bus ticket from Memphis to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Memphis to Chicago start from $81. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 Memphis to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Memphis to Chicago is 15h, covering a distance of 786 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Memphis to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Jefferson Lines .

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

The earliest bus departs from Memphis to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Memphis to Chicago generates an estimated 20 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 Memphis to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

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.

Bus Memphis to Chicago from $92 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	11h 35m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	13h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	15h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Airways Transit Center	21h 15m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	13h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	15h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	15h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	11h 35m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	15h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	4:05am	Memphis Bus Station	16h 5m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	11h 35m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	13h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	15h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Memphis Bus Station	11h 5m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Memphis Bus Station	18h 20m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Memphis to Chicago on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	13h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Memphis Bus Station	14h 40m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35am	Memphis Bus Station	18h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Airways Transit Center	21h 15m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:06 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Memphis 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 15 hours, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

15hAverage Duration

786 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$81 - $413	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$125 - $276	Average Duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Memphis and Chicago?

Stops in Memphis

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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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

3.5/587,413 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to 26 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $83

Greyhound Memphis Chicago recent customer reviews

very disappointed I had a 9:30 appointment I miss because of late arrival this bus was 7 hours late

Termail C.

November 14, 2019

The seat was not comfortable enough to push back and sit. There was no leg room to stretch and the experience was horrible.

Maharaja S.

July 13, 2019

The Bus Driver was very Professional. She extended curtesy to each one of my fellow passengers. During the night ride, she asked everyone to be considerate by not talking loud-on or off their phones. I would ride with her again!

Felicia D.

October 15, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,520 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11520 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $85

FlixBus Memphis Chicago recent customer reviews

It was very conducive compared to other bus companies. I also enjoyed the stops that helped us stretch our legs.

Oluwatunmise J O.

November 23, 2023

Really well

Baiysh D.

June 19, 2023

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Memphis, TN 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 Memphis to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Memphis to Chicago start from $81. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 Memphis to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Memphis to Chicago is 15h, covering a distance of 786 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Memphis to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Memphis to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Memphis to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Memphis to Chicago?
A bus trip from Memphis to Chicago generates an estimated 20 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 Memphis to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Memphis to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago?
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.

Best price found

12-02

$165

12-03

$165

Today

$150

12-05

$125

12-06

$115

12-07

$115

12-08

$105

12-09

$108

The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $105

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

You can expect to pay from $105 to $339 for a bus ticket from Memphis, TN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2025-12-08.

Usually Jefferson Lines, Greyhound 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.