How much is the bus ticket from Utica to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start from $135. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Utica to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Utica to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Utica to Chicago from $187 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 6h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 16h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 1h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 1h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 1h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 1h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 1h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Utica 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 1 day, 6 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1027 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$135 - $761	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$114 - $345	Average Duration14h 22m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Utica and Chicago?

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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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

Based on 87412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $197

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utica, NY 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 Utica to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start from $135. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Utica to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Utica to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Utica to Chicago?
A bus trip from Utica to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Utica, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $203

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

You can expect to pay from $203 to $203 for a bus ticket from Utica, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $203 which is on 2025-12-03.