How far is Los Angeles from Chicago?

Los Angeles and Chicago are 1740 miles (2805 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Chicago?

Most of the buses traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago leave from UCLA and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off 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 Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Field Museum, Auditorium Building and Theatre, Museum of Science and Industry, Grant Park and Robie House.

Bus Los Angeles to Chicago from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 22h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 12h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 22h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 14h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 14h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on November 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 21h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

2d 9hAverage Duration

1738 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $533	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$149 - $569	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,377 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.

Greyhound Los Angeles Chicago recent customer reviews

They left early and made me pay again

Earick N.

July 8, 2023

Amtrak

4/55,588 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,343 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 Los Angeles and Chicago?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Chicago by bus

How far is Los Angeles from Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$475

11/15

$372

Today

$351

11/17

$255

11/18

$209

11/19

$291

11/20

$358

11/21

$306

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $209

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

You can expect to pay from $209 to $2,542 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $209 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Amtrak 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.