Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 22 March
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 23 March
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 24 March
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 25 March
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 28 March
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Cherry Hill Mall
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 29 March
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Cherry Hill Mall
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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199 Spring Garden St.
Downtown Greyhound Station
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199 Spring Garden St.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 331, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87529 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 436
Greyhound Philadelphia Chicago recent customer reviews
Drivers and management were very nice, the actual service was terrible. I spent 16 hour in stations or on buses and only made it to Pittsburgh from Philadelphia. My itinerary changed 5 times and I never even made it to Chicago. An absolute disaster, I'll never use Greyhound again
1 out of 5 stars
Matt A.
The bus was OK ,not great, though on of the buses I boarded, the toilet wasn't clean and the smell was horrible. Layover time is so long. Also, I was unlucky to travel with rude passengers. I hope that doesn't happen frequently.
2 out of 5 stars
Sameh M.
In the middle of way, we had layover 1:45min, and we had to go out from the bus and wait. I was waiting, and bus driver left after 40min !!! With all my luggage inside!!! Greyhound for a long trip with luggage- NEVER AGAIN
Based on 12343 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 331
FlixBus Philadelphia Chicago recent customer reviews
Smooth ride until the bus broke down and caused not just a 1 hour but 2 hour inconvenience
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start at R 1 331. The average price for this route is around R 1 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1068 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 53 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Chicago at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Chicago?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Chicago produces an estimated 27 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87527 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
20/03
R 3 234
21/03
R 3 636
Today
R 3 566
23/03
R 2 954
24/03
R 2 377
25/03
R 2 115
26/03
R 2 168
27/03
R 2 176
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on 25 Mar 2026 with a price of R 2 115
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 115 to R 4 807 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 115, which is on 2026-03-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination