Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Mcallen Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:25 PM CST.
Get from McAllen to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in McAllen and Chicago?
Stops in McAllen
- A
McAllen Bus Station
1501 U.S. 83 Business, McAllen, TX 78501, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from McAllen to Chicago 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 McAllen to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from McAllen to Chicago start from $130. The average price for this route is around $255. 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 McAllen to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from McAllen to Chicago is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1237 miles (1994 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the McAllen to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from McAllen to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from McAllen to Chicago at 11:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from McAllen to Chicago?
A bus trip from McAllen to Chicago generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from McAllen to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from McAllen to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $179 for a bus ticket from McAllen to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2026-02-02.
