Find coaches from Louisville to Chicago

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Next departures from Louisville to Chicago on 4 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Louisville, KY
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Amtrak
Louisville, KY
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Louisville, KY
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Bus Louisville to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average bus trip duration6h 55m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure02:50
Distance270 miles
Latest bus departure19:30

Louisville to Chicago Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Louisville to Chicago is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Louisville to Chicago.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Louisville, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Louisville - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Louisville by coach?

    The distance between Louisville and Chicago by coach is approximately 268 miles (432 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Louisville without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/10
US$54
02/10
US$64
Today
US$64
04/10
US$55
05/10
US$55
06/10
US$46
07/10
US$43
08/10
US$41
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Louisville to Chicago was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$41

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

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$138 for a bus ticket from Louisville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-10-08.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Louisville to Chicago.

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 Louisville to Chicago.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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