Bus Tickets from San Jose, US to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Chicago on October 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$150 - US$405Average Duration2d 14h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$381 - US$3,016Average Duration2d 18h
269kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 14hAverage Duration
US$150Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$236
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 14h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure12:55am
Distance2958 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

San Jose to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Chicago

  1. How far is San Jose from Chicago?

    The distance between San Jose and Chicago is around 2960 km (1836 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Jose to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Diridon Station, in San Jose, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-27
US$282
09-28
US$261
Today
US$261
09-30
US$261
10-01
US$261
10-02
US$261
10-03
US$261
10-04
US$219
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 4, 2025 with a price of US$219

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

You can expect to pay from US$219 to US$1,622 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$219 which is on 2025-10-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Jose to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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