How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Chicago start at R 1 430. The average price for this route is around R 3 982. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Dallas to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Dallas to Chicago is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 1292 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Dallas to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Chicago at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

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

A bus trip from Dallas to Chicago produces an estimated 32 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 Dallas 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas 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 Dallas to Chicago from R 1 797 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:50	Market Center (Dallas)	1d	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:00	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:50	Market Center (Dallas)	1d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:10	Jefferson Bd	17h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:25	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 18h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:50	Market Center (Dallas)	1d 4h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	16:55	Jefferson Bd	17h 45m	10:40	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	16:55	Jefferson Bd	17h 45m	10:40	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Chicago on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:15	Dallas East R L Thornton Freeway	15h 25m	10:40	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Dallas Bus Station	20h 55m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:30	Dallas Bus Station	1d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	1d 12h	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:24 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dallas to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 430, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

57bus per day

21h 5mAverage duration

1292 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 430 - R 7 524	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 009 - R 8 427	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 118kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Dallas and Chicago?

Stops in Dallas

A
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
B
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
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C
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA

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

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587 403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 12 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the departure location. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 430

Greyhound Dallas Chicago recent customer reviews

The Dallas bus station is very unkempt and unsafe and the bus was over an hour late leaving

Tiffany B.

21 May 2019

Bus driver was very patient and gave advance notice of stops and time. The lady working the line at the Memphis station was rude.

Vanessa A.

13 January 2019

First Of All, There Were Two Delays Due To NO Bus Driver. I Felt Like The Staff Knew And That They Could Have Had A Driver Already In Route To The Station Before My Bus Arrived For Me To Transfer Buses. I Think It’s Best To Think Ahead Of Time ! And Also, I Feel Like If It’s Cold Outside..That There Should Be HEAT On The Bus. Who Has The Air On In Winter ?

Krystal H.

6 April 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 793

Amtrak Dallas Chicago recent customer reviews

Hot, tasty food No WiFi, which is surprising seeing as I paid over $600 dollars for my ticket. Not fun when I have a UK sim and therefore no way of contacting family back home…. For 22 hours

Sarah H.

31 October 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to Chicago start at R 1 430. The average price for this route is around R 3 982. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dallas to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Dallas to Chicago is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 1292 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Dallas to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dallas to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Dallas to Chicago at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dallas to Chicago?
A bus trip from Dallas to Chicago produces an estimated 32 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 Dallas 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dallas to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dallas 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

26/11

R 3 964

27/11

R 3 400

Today

R 3 646

29/11

R 3 788

30/11

R 3 788

01/12

R 2 695

02/12

R 2 625

03/12

R 2 026

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Chicago was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 026

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 026 to R 6 641 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 026, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.