How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Chicago start from $99. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 973 miles (1569 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Valley Transit .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Chicago at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Chicago generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin 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 87522 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Austin to Chicago from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Austin to Chicago on February 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 1h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:50am	Downtown Austin	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 PM CST.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin 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, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

973 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $368	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $365	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 143kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Chicago?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, 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
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,524 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Austin Chicago recent customer reviews

Had to make a u turn so passenger arguing with driver waited there till finish late bus broke down waiting go back to station waiting some more passenger swearing n yelling at me wouldn't leave me alone bus cold it was terrible broke down on the edge of bridge very scary tired of it

Elisia G.

January 1, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,254 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.8

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Chicago start from $99. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 973 miles (1569 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Chicago at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Chicago?
A bus trip from Austin to Chicago generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin 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 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/23

$251

02/24

$270

Today

$292

02/26

$229

02/27

$169

02/28

$241

03/01

$150

03/02

$146

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 2, 2026 with a price of $146

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

You can expect to pay from $146 to $311 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2026-03-02.