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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Appleton | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Appleton | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Appleton
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Appleton 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 Chicago to Appleton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Appleton start from $33. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Chicago to Appleton?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Appleton is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 170 miles (273 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Appleton route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Appleton?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Appleton at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 12:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Appleton?
A bus trip from Chicago to Appleton generates an estimated 7 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 Chicago to Appleton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coach USA, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 160 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Appleton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Coach USA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Appleton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Appleton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Appleton was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Appleton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $68 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Appleton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-04.
