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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Burlington
    Destination location: Broadway St
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Burlington
    Destination location: Broadway St
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Burlington
    Destination location: Broadway St
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Burlington

Bus
Average priceUS$110 - US$110Average duration5h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average priceUS$30 - US$103Average duration3h 34m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Burlington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Burlington. The journey takes about 3 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
3h 34mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Burlington, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$110
Average bus trip duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance196 miles
Latest bus departure11:00

Chicago to Burlington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Burlington, IA, US

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Burlington by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Burlington by coach is approximately 194 miles (312 km).

  2. How can I get from Chicago to Burlington without driving?

    You can travel to Burlington from Chicago by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Burlington, IA, US was searched and found on 14 Aug 2025 with a price of US$76

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

You can expect to pay from US$76 to US$104 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Burlington, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$76, which is on 2025-08-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Burlington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Burlington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Burlington, 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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Burlington, IA, US

You can also go to Burlington, IA, US by train

Train from Chicago to Burlington, IA, US

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