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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
Get from Silver Spring to Chicago
The journey takes about 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Silver Spring and Chicago?
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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Silver Spring to Chicago start from $85. The average price for this route is around $131. 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 Silver Spring to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Silver Spring to Chicago is 19h 55m, covering a distance of 588 miles (948 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Silver Spring to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Silver Spring to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Silver Spring to Chicago at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Silver Spring to Chicago?
A bus trip from Silver Spring to Chicago generates an estimated 24 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 Silver Spring to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Silver Spring to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $371 for a bus ticket from Silver Spring to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-04.
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