How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Chicago start from $197. The average price for this route is around $402. 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Chicago at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bakersfield to Chicago from $275 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	6:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 6h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:00am	McKee Park & Ride	2d 11h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:45pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:45pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Chicago on January 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	4:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:20pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:50pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:10 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 3hAverage Duration

2808 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$197 - $1,080	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$437 - $5,447	Average Duration3d	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Chicago?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
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C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
Map

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
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
Map
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,501 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,055 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Chicago start from $197. The average price for this route is around $402. 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Chicago at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01-14

No data

01-15

$389

Today

$389

01-17

$389

01-18

$340

01-19

$295

01-20

$295

01-21

$277

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $277

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

You can expect to pay from $277 to $2,359 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $277 which is on 2026-01-21.

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.