How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to New Haven?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Haven start from $109. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 New Haven?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to New Haven is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 759 miles (1224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Haven route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to New Haven at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to New Haven generates an estimated 31 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 New Haven?

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 87387 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to New Haven?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Chicago to New Haven from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to New Haven on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:55pm	New Haven	Cheapest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	8:05am	New Haven Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	9:55am	New Haven	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:00pm	New Haven Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	8:55pm	New Haven	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:34 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to New Haven

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Haven. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

759 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $446	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$152 - $822	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and New Haven?

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

Stops in New Haven

A
Union Station Garage
38 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,500 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Haven start from $109. The average price for this route is around $185. 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 New Haven?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to New Haven is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 759 miles (1224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Haven route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to New Haven?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to New Haven at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to New Haven?
A bus trip from Chicago to New Haven generates an estimated 31 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 New Haven?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to New Haven?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to New Haven?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to New Haven?
According to Busbud traveller 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

11/30

$303

12/01

$142

Today

$181

12/03

$118

12/04

$138

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to New Haven, CT was searched and found on Dec 3, 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 Chicago to New Haven, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $118 to $439 for a bus ticket from Chicago to New Haven, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.