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

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Lexington starts at R 741. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Lexington 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 Lexington?

The average travel time between Chicago and Lexington is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 505 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Chicago to Lexington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Lexington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Lexington?

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

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

Buses travelling between Chicago and Lexington leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at WJW Investments Bus Stop, Bus Stop Lexington.

Bus Chicago to Lexington from R 774 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Lexington on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	23:40	WJW Investments Bus Stop	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Chicago to Lexington on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	23:40	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	23:40	WJW Investments Bus Stop	Fastest
Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	12h 40m	23:40	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 30m	23:40	WJW Investments Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:46 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Lexington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 741, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 55mAverage duration

502 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87371 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 741

Greyhound Chicago Lexington recent customer reviews

Pretty dirty, staff at the bus stations was impolite in some situations (bus driver was really kind though), and it just seems sketchy. Miller bus was clean and nice on the other side

Aleksa L.

24 December 2016

FlixBus

3.5/511 307 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lexington?

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 Lexington

A - WJW Investments Bus Stop

B - Bus Stop Lexington

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lexington, KY by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Lexington cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Lexington starts at R 741. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Lexington 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 Lexington?
The average travel time between Chicago and Lexington is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 505 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Lexington?
The number of buses from Chicago to Lexington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Lexington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Lexington?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Lexington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Lexington?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Lexington leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at WJW Investments Bus Stop, Bus Stop Lexington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 1 055

13/11

R 774

Today

R 1 125

15/11

R 897

16/11

R 826

17/11

R 791

18/11

No data

19/11

R 791

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lexington, KY was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 774

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

You can expect to pay from R 774 to R 2 337 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lexington, KY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 791, which is on 2025-11-19.