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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Grand Island | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Grand Island | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Grand Island | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:28 AM CST.
Get from Chicago to Grand Island
The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Grand Island 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 Grand Island?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Island start from $80. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 Grand Island?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Grand Island is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 558 miles (900 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 1m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Grand Island route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Grand Island?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Grand Island at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Grand Island?
A bus trip from Chicago to Grand Island generates an estimated 22 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 Grand Island?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Grand Island?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Grand Island?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Grand Island?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Grand Island was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Grand Island, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $72 to $136 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Island based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-06.
