Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 30 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: 22/09/2025 PDT.

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$97 - US$478Average duration2d 8h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$175 - US$502Average duration2d 19h
254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
US$97Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$171
Average bus trip duration2d 8h
Number of daily buses32
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance1725 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Chicago Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Chicago

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

    The journey from San Diego to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 1729 miles (2788 km).

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

    To travel from San Diego 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
27/09
US$344
28/09
US$298
Today
US$327
30/09
US$168
01/10
US$206
02/10
US$187
03/10
US$203
04/10
US$177
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$168

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

You can expect to pay from US$168 to US$397 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168, which is on 2025-09-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Chicago.

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!

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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