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

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Reno starts at R 3 982. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Reno 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 Reno?

The average travel time between Chicago and Reno is around 2d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 20h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2712 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Chicago to Reno can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Reno by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Reno?

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

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

Buses travelling between Chicago and Reno leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Reno Station, Reno Tahoe Airport, Reno Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Chicago to Reno from R 3 752 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Reno on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 5h	13:05	Reno	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 20h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	Fastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 16h	13:05	Reno	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	13:05	Reno	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 1h	19:20	Reno	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Reno on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 20h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	Fastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 16h	13:05	Reno	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 21h	13:05	Reno	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 9h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d 1h	19:20	Reno	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	3d 5h	13:05	Reno	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:36 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Reno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 972, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 21hAverage duration

2709 kmDistance

246kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 982 - R 8 205	Average duration2d 14h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 972 - R 55 710	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 246kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 293 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 Reno?

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 Reno

A - Reno Station

B - Reno Tahoe Airport

C - Reno Greyhound Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Reno by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Reno cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Reno starts at R 3 982. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Reno 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 Reno?
The average travel time between Chicago and Reno is around 2d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 20h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2712 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Reno?
The number of buses from Chicago to Reno can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Reno by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Reno?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Reno, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Reno?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Reno leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Reno Station, Reno Tahoe Airport, Reno Greyhound Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 3 795

12/11

R 4 153

Today

R 4 258

14/11

R 3 752

15/11

R 3 865

16/11

R 3 874

17/11

R 3 865

18/11

R 3 865

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Reno was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 752

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 752 to R 5 008 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 752, which is on 2025-11-14.