What is the travel distance from Chicago to West Palm Beach?

Chicago and West Palm Beach are 1130 miles (1822 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to West Palm Beach?

The majority of buses traveling from Chicago to West Palm Beach start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at Tri-Rail & Greyhound. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in West Palm Beach?

Once in West Palm Beach, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lion Country Safari, Ballpark of The Palm Beaches, Rapids Water Park, Norton Museum of Art and Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.

Bus Chicago to West Palm Beach from $133 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to West Palm Beach on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	1:40am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	3:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 10h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	10:00am	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	2d 7h	6:20pm	Turnpike MM94	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to West Palm Beach on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 20h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	1:40am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	4:45pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 10h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	2d 7h	6:20pm	Turnpike MM94	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to West Palm Beach on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 14h	3:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	1:40am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	4:45pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 10h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	2d 7h	6:20pm	Turnpike MM94	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to West Palm Beach on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	1:40am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	3:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 10h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	10:00am	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	2d 7h	6:20pm	Turnpike MM94	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to West Palm Beach on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	3:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	1:40am	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 10h	9:35pm	Tri-Rail & Greyhound	No tags
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	10:00am	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	2d 7h	6:20pm	Turnpike MM94	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to West Palm Beach

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach West Palm Beach. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1130 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $395	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$138 - $508	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 166kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

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,2 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 $358 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,372 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

3.5/511,316 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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and West Palm Beach?

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 West Palm Beach

A - Tri-Rail & Greyhound

B - Turnpike MM94

C - Okeechobee Rd & I-95

D - Lake Worth Service Plaza

E - Vedado

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to West Palm Beach by bus

What is the travel distance from Chicago to West Palm Beach?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to West Palm Beach?
What are the best sights and things to do in West Palm Beach?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/12

$300

11/13

$343

Today

$330

11/15

$234

11/16

$196

11/17

$219

11/18

$163

11/19

$146

The cheapest trip from Chicago to West Palm Beach was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 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 Chicago to West Palm Beach, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $146 to $355 for a bus ticket from Chicago to West Palm Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.