How far is Chicago from Baton Rouge?

The distance separating Chicago and Baton Rouge is 811 miles (1308 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Baton Rouge leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at LSU Chevron Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Chicago to Baton Rouge from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Baton Rouge on September 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 10m	7:20am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	7:20am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:10am	Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	5:10pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Baton Rouge on September 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:30am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	2:10am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	7:20am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	5:10pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Baton Rouge on September 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 10m	7:20am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h	7:30pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 35m	7:20am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	7:55pm	LSU Chevron Station	No tags
	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 4h	2:10am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Baton Rouge.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $374	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$149 - $513	Average Duration23h 30m	CO₂ emissions 119kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Baton Rouge. The journey takes about 23 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

23h 30mAverage Duration

$149Cheapest ticket

119kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Baton Rouge: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$131

Average bus trip duration1d 6h

Number of daily buses21

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance807 miles (1301 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,249 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Chicago Baton Rouge recent customer reviews

Greyhound arrive and departed Chicago, IL. on time as scheduled. At the Memphis, TN Stop there was over a 3hr delay on departure which was not on the schedule. I purchased the ticket for with the intentions, departing Chicago on time and arriving in Baton on time.

Gregory J.

November 7, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/510,478 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Tornado Bus

3/5141 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.6

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $347 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Chicago to Baton Rouge Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Baton Rouge?

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

Stops in Baton Rouge

A - LSU Chevron Station

B - Greyhound Station

C - La Tiendita

D - Albertson's College Drive

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Baton Rouge

How far is Chicago from Baton Rouge?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

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

Best price found

09/09

$105

09/10

No data

Today

$97

09/12

$78

09/13

$81

09/14

$84

09/15

$76

09/16

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Sep 15, 2025 with a price of $76

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

You can expect to pay from $76 to $340 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-09-15.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Baton Rouge!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Baton Rouge, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Baton Rouge will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Baton Rouge.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 6h	Avg Price$131	Daily Departures21
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time23h 30m	Avg Price$249	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Next departures

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Baton Rouge.

Bus Chicago to Baton Rouge: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Chicago Baton Rouge recent customer reviews

Chicago to Baton Rouge Bus

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Baton Rouge?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Baton Rouge

How far is Chicago from Baton Rouge?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

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