How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Chicago start from $227. The average price for this route is around $394. 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 Riverside to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Riverside to Chicago is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2733 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Riverside to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Chicago at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Riverside to Chicago generates an estimated 68 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside to Chicago from $254 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 3h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:25pm	UC Riverside	2d 14h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 8h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 8h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 3h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 8h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15pm	UC Riverside	2d 2h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside 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, 23 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just $217, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 23hAverage Duration

2736 kmDistance

249kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$227 - $848	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$217 - $808	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 249kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Chicago?

Stops in Riverside

A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, 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

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,485 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riverside, CA 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 Riverside to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Chicago start from $227. The average price for this route is around $394. 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 Riverside to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Riverside to Chicago is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2733 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riverside to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Chicago at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Chicago?
A bus trip from Riverside to Chicago generates an estimated 68 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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

11-28

$931

11-29

$1,357

Today

$2,213

12-01

$1,944

12-02

$463

12-03

$463

12-04

$369

12-05

$369

The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $369

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

You can expect to pay from $369 to $3,893 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $369 which is on 2025-12-04.