Find coaches from Miami, FL to Chicago

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Next departures from Miami to Chicago on 23 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Miami
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Miami to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$78 - US$284Average duration1d 9h
48kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$136 - US$724Average duration2d 1h
173kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Miami to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$78Cheapest ticket
48kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Miami, FL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$130
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses47
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance1186 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Miami to Chicago Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Miami 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 Miami to Chicago.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Miami, FL - Chicago

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

    The journey from Miami to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 1188 miles (1916 km).

  2. How can I travel from Miami to Chicago avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Miami to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
20/09
US$193
21/09
US$187
Today
US$179
23/09
US$103
24/09
US$155
25/09
US$153
26/09
US$116
27/09
US$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$103

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

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$356 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$103, which is on 2025-09-23.

Usually Greyhound 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 Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Miami to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Miami, FL to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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