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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 12 August atDeparture city: San FranciscoDeparture location: Mission St & Fremont StArrival time: 14 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 12 August atDeparture city: San FranciscoDeparture location: Mission St & Fremont StArrival time: 14 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago (Union Station), ILOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: 12 August atDeparture city: San FranciscoDeparture location: San Francisco Bus StationArrival time: 15 August atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Bus San Francisco, US to Chicago: Trip Overview
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San Francisco to Chicago Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from San Francisco to Chicago. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Francisco to Chicago.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Francisco to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Chicago
How far is Chicago from San Francisco by coach?
The journey from San Francisco to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 1852 miles (2987 km).
What is the best way to go from San Francisco to Chicago without flying?
To travel from San Francisco to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Chicago was searched and found on 9 Aug 2025 with a price of US$127To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$127 to US$2,805 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$185, which is on 2025-08-15.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and Chicago!
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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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!
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