How much is the bus ticket from Barstow to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barstow to Chicago start from $320. The average price for this route is around $356. 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 Barstow to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Barstow to Chicago is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2660 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Barstow to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Barstow to Chicago at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Barstow to Chicago generates an estimated 66 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 Barstow 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow to Chicago from $312 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Travel Center	2d 1h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Travel Center	2d 1h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Travel Center	2d 1h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 19h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	12:38pm	Barstow Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	1:00pm	Barstow Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 19h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	1:00pm	Barstow Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Barstow to Chicago on December 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 19h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	9:00pm	Travel Center	1d 17h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	1:00pm	Barstow Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	9:00pm	Travel Center	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55pm	Travel Center	2d 1h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:11 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barstow 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, 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2d 1hAverage Duration

2660 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$320 - $543	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$248 - $1,750	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barstow and Chicago?

Stops in Barstow

A
Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
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B
Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr
2856 Lenwood Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,622 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barstow 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 Barstow to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barstow to Chicago start from $320. The average price for this route is around $356. 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 Barstow to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Barstow to Chicago is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2660 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Barstow to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Barstow to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Barstow to Chicago at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barstow to Chicago?
A bus trip from Barstow to Chicago generates an estimated 66 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 Barstow 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow 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

12-01

$320

12-02

$314

Today

$314

12-04

$312

12-05

$312

12-06

$312

12-07

$312

12-08

$312

The cheapest trip from Barstow to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $312

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

You can expect to pay from $312 to $2,388 for a bus ticket from Barstow to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $312 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.