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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | LSU Chevron Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:18 AM CST.
Get from Baton Rouge to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Baton Rouge and Chicago?
Stops in Baton Rouge
- A1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
- B2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
- C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States - D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Baton Rouge to Chicago start from $135. The average price for this route is around $204. 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Baton Rouge to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Baton Rouge to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Baton Rouge to Chicago at 6:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
A bus trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago generates an estimated 32 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 with a price of $165To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Baton Rouge to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $165 to $381 for a bus ticket from Baton Rouge to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2026-02-16.
Usually Greyhound 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.
