How much is the bus ticket from Waco to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to Chicago start from $177. The average price for this route is around $256. 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 Waco to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Waco to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1424 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Waco to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Waco to Chicago at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Waco to Chicago generates an estimated 36 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 Waco to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Waco 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 Waco to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Waco to Chicago from $165 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 6h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 6h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	10:40am	WACO, TX	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 3h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 11h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 3h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:40am	WACO, TX	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 7h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 3h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:40am	WACO, TX	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:15pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 13h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 6h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	10:40am	WACO, TX	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 3h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	WACO, TX	1d 6h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	10:40am	WACO, TX	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:55pm	1020 S 5th St - Waco S.	1d 2h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:25pm	WACO, TX	1d 3h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:53 AM CST.

Get from Waco to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1424 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Waco and Chicago?

Stops in Waco

A
Tornado Bus Station
1900 Speight Ave, Waco, TX 76706, USA
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B
Taquerias Arandas
1500 S 18th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
C
Downtown Transit Terminal, 301 S 8th street
301 S 8th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA
D
Bellmead
701 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, Bellmead, TX 76705, , 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

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,167 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Waco 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 Waco to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to Chicago start from $177. The average price for this route is around $256. 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 Waco to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Waco to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1424 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Waco to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Waco to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Waco to Chicago at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waco to Chicago?
A bus trip from Waco to Chicago generates an estimated 36 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 Waco to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Waco 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 Waco to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01-29

$197

01-30

$188

Today

$273

02-01

$180

02-02

$169

02-03

$242

02-04

No data

02-05

$165

The cheapest trip from Waco to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $165

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

You can expect to pay from $165 to $307 for a bus ticket from Waco to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2026-02-05.