How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Jackson cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Jackson starts at R 1 115. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Jackson is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Jackson?

The average travel time between Chicago and Jackson is around 21h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1087 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Jackson?

The number of buses from Chicago to Jackson can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Jackson by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Jackson?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Jackson, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Jackson?

Buses travelling between Chicago and Jackson leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Jackson Bus Station, Love's Travel Stop - Jackson.

Bus Chicago to Jackson from R 1 707 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 15m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	12:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 10m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 20m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 20m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 15m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	12:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 10m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 20m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 15m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	12:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 10m	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 20m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 15m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	12:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 20m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h 15m	12:45	Jackson (Union Station)	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	07:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	12:20	Jackson (Union Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:23 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Jackson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Jackson. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

21h 10mAverage duration

1089 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 115 - R 5 449	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 816 - R 9 989	Average duration19h 7m	CO₂ emissions 99kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 372 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87372 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 255

Greyhound Chicago Jackson recent customer reviews

The first bus from Chicago to Memphis it was very uncomfortable but the bus from Memphis to Jackson it was comfortable

Marva M.

14 May 2018

It was what was expected from Greyhound

Monell M.

26 December 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 316 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Jackson?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Jackson

A - Jackson Bus Station

B - Love's Travel Stop - Jackson

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Jackson, MS, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Jackson cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Jackson starts at R 1 115. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Jackson is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Jackson?
The average travel time between Chicago and Jackson is around 21h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1087 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Jackson?
The number of buses from Chicago to Jackson can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Jackson by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Jackson?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Jackson, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Jackson?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Jackson leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Jackson Bus Station, Love's Travel Stop - Jackson.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 3 835

14/11

R 4 080

Today

R 3 327

16/11

R 2 802

17/11

R 2 872

18/11

R 2 382

19/11

R 2 557

20/11

R 3 064

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Jackson, MS, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 382

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 382 to R 4 710 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Jackson, MS, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 382, which is on 2025-11-18.