How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to Chicago starts at R 1 457. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Chicago 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 New York City to Chicago?

The average travel time between New York City and Chicago is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1148 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Chicago?

The number of buses from New York City to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 100 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to Chicago?

When taking the bus from New York City to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Chicago?

Buses travelling between New York City and Chicago leave from GW Bridge or New York Port Authority and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Bus New York City to Chicago from R 1 614 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	20:00	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	20h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 11 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:00	Chinatown	21h 10m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:00	Chinatown	21h 10m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	20h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	20h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	20h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Chicago on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	New York Port Authority	1d	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	15:40	New York Port Authority	19h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	22h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	22:50	New York Port Authority	22h 15m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 457, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

100bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1149 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 457 - R 7 701	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 399 - R 9 439	Average duration22h 45m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 359 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 62 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the temperature, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 457

Greyhound New York City Chicago recent customer reviews

I did not enjoy anything about Greyhound. Bus was later to its connecting bus at Pitsburgh and I had to reschedule for a connecting bus 8 hours later.

Edward R.

9 August 2023

- she was very disrespectful and she went backwards from our route that what made us late. I had to be in Chicago for a dance show that I missed and she very rude she said she wasn't waiting for us when it time for us to make our Rs. I was suppose get here at 3 I got here at 7. I was very happy

Anthony D.

13 March 2020

Aside from lateness, wifi did not work (on my journey from NYC back to Chicago via Cleveland) and the outlets only worked on one side of the bus. Additionally, there were no signs of any kind (as far as I could see) at the Union Station stop to indicate to Greyhound travelers that they were in the right place. I was one of several passengers who could not be certain that they were in the correct spot because there was no sign. This was frustrating.

Scott C.

22 February 2020

FlixBus

3.5/511 235 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11235 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. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 635

FlixBus New York City Chicago recent customer reviews

I got left at a Pilot gas station in PA not happy! I had to take a Uber to a bus station to purchase another ticket 🙃 to Chicago.

Elianne L.

5 April 2025

Big delays, almost 0 communication, estimates of delays not accurate at all, missed connection because of delay. Stuck in different city, had to pay for a hotel, also lost money on a hotel i booked at my final destination. Extremely tiresd after sleepless 24hours with no water or food.

Martynas J.

20 August 2023

New York Trailways

4/54 411 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

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

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Chicago?

Stops in New York City

A - GW Bridge

B - New York Port Authority

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Chicago by bus

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Chicago starts at R 1 457. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Chicago 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 New York City to Chicago?
The average travel time between New York City and Chicago is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1148 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Chicago?
The number of buses from New York City to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 100 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Chicago?
When taking the bus from New York City to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Chicago?
Buses travelling between New York City and Chicago leave from GW Bridge or New York Port Authority and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/11

R 3 813

07/11

R 4 505

Today

R 3 441

09/11

R 3 281

10/11

R 2 253

11/11

R 1 827

12/11

R 1 827

13/11

R 1 934

The cheapest trip from New York City to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 827

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 827 to R 4 807 for a bus ticket from New York City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 827, which is on 2025-11-11.

Usually Greyhound 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 1h	Avg priceR 2 220	Daily departures100
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time22h 45m	Avg priceR 3 088	Daily departures7

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