How much is the bus ticket from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ann Arbor to Chicago start at R 543. The average price for this route is around R 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Ann Arbor to Chicago is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 327 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Ann Arbor to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Ann Arbor to Chicago at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 17:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

A bus trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5759 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ann Arbor to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ann Arbor to Chicago from R 458 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures from Ann Arbor to Chicago on 14 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:25	Ann Arbor	5h	21:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:15	Ann Arbor	4h 10m	11:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:35	Ann Arbor	5h 50m	05:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:35	Ann Arbor	8h 45m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:15	Ann Arbor	6h 10m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ann Arbor to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 4 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just R 681, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

4h 39mAverage duration

325 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 543 - R 1 688	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 681 - R 2 035	Average duration4h 39m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ann Arbor and Chicago?

Stops in Ann Arbor

A
Train Station
325 Depot St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA
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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

According to 21 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 543

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Ann Arbor Chicago recent customer reviews

The bus had a mechanical breakdown that led to a delay part way thru the trip. Me and two other passengers had to be at the Chicago airport by 6pm, which was not possible had we waited for the next bus or for the repair technician to fix the broken fan belt. It cost us hundreds of dollars, each to pay for an Uber car to continue the journey to Chicago.

Barbara C.

25 July 2025

I take Greyhound fairly frequently, and with weather I understand that delays are bound to happen. However this time the bus was 5 hours late with minimal to no updates while waiting, which severely, negatively impacted my day and any plans I had had.

Timothy W.

9 February 2020

I was incredibly dissatisfied. Our bus was already an hour late and then only had 10 seats for 30+ ticketed customers. The driver of the first bus told us not to worry and that another one would be coming for the rest of us. Greyhound was called and could not confirm this or give us an arrival estimate. Staff at the station did not have any helpful information. The bus eventually showed up 3 hours after scheduled. At one point the bus driver got lost and asked passengers for directions.

Alison B.

18 March 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512 208 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5759 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 035

Amtrak Ann Arbor Chicago recent customer reviews

Our Amtrack experience is satisfying but we missed our flixbus return trip because when we go to the Amtrak station the flixbus is not there as what your busbad agent instruct us.

Jean C.

20 October 2023

A huge delay with close to no apologies.

Lillian H.

2 August 2024

quiet and peaceful and on time

Richard C.

23 October 2023

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ann Arbor to Chicago by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ann Arbor to Chicago start at R 543. The average price for this route is around R 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Ann Arbor to Chicago is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 327 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ann Arbor to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Ann Arbor to Chicago at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 17:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
A bus trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ann Arbor to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/02

R 785

12/02

R 867

Today

R 1 325

14/02

R 704

15/02

R 671

16/02

R 622

17/02

R 589

18/02

R 524

The cheapest trip from Ann Arbor to Chicago was searched and found on 18 Feb 2026 with a price of R 524

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

You can expect to pay from R 524 to R 1 538 for a bus ticket from Ann Arbor to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 524, which is on 2026-02-18.