Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 17
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Albany Bus Terminal
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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SUNY Collins Circle
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 18
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 19
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 20
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 21
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 22
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 23
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Albany to Chicago on November 24
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
SUNY Collins Circle
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Albany Bus Terminal
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 1125 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $539
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Chicago by bus
How far is Albany from Chicago?
The distance separating Albany and Chicago is 712 miles (1147 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Chicago?
Most of the buses traveling from Albany to Chicago leave from SUNY Collins Circle and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Robie House, Museum of Contemporary Art, The Field Museum, Auditorium Building and Theatre and Architectural River Cruise.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/15
$118
11/16
$127
Today
$119
11/18
$118
11/19
$118
11/20
$118
11/21
$162
11/22
$118
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $118
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $312 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-11-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination