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TodayJul 31
TomorrowAug 1
from US$336
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
from US$203
MonAug 4
from US$149
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: U of A
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: U of A
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$125 - US$559Average Duration1d 21h
58kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$185 - US$383Average Duration2d 10h
211kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tucson to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 21hAverage Duration
US$125Cheapest ticket
58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tucson to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$232
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure6:00am
Distance2321 km
Latest bus departure8:25pm

Tucson to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tucson - Chicago

  1. How far is Tucson from Chicago?

    It's about 2328 km (1444 miles) from Tucson to Chicago.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Tucson, 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
07-29
US$351
07-30
US$147
Today
US$413
08-01
US$328
08-02
No data
08-03
US$229
08-04
US$190
08-05
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of US$147

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

You can expect to pay from US$147 to US$559 for a bus ticket from Tucson to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$190 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tucson to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tucson to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tucson to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tucson to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Tucson to Chicago

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