How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Chicago start from $326. The average price for this route is around $349. 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 Vancouver to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Chicago is 3d , covering a distance of 2860 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Chicago at 12:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Vancouver to Chicago generates an estimated 71 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Chicago from $351 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vancouver to Chicago on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3d 7h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
11:30am	Pacific Central Station	2d 3h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	2d 9h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	2d 9h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	2d 9h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:37 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver 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 3 days, 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $326, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3d Average Duration

2860 kmDistance

71kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$326 - $631	Average Duration3d	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$246 - $1,434	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 259kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Chicago?

Stops in Vancouver

A
Pacific Central Station
1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada
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B
Vancouver International Airport
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C
Holiday Inn Howe
1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
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D
Canada Place
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
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E
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2, Canada
F
Coal Harbour
510 Nicola St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E7, Canada

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

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,499 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Chicago start from $326. The average price for this route is around $349. 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Chicago is 3d , covering a distance of 2860 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Chicago at 12:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Chicago?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Chicago generates an estimated 71 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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

11-30

$385

12-01

$598

Today

$569

12-03

$552

12-04

$459

12-05

$351

12-06

No data

12-07

No data

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $351

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

You can expect to pay from $351 to $5,147 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $351 which is on 2025-12-05.