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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 | Boston (South Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Boston (South Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Boston (South Station) | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just DKK 534, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Boston and Chicago?
Stops in Boston
- A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA - C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466 - D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 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 Boston, MA, US 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 Boston to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Chicago start from DKK 534. The average price for this route is around DKK 763. 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 Boston to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1366 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Chicago?
A bus trip from Boston to Chicago generates an estimated 34.12757500000001 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 Boston 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 5817 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston 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 Boston to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston 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.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 13, 2026 with a price of DKK 709To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from DKK 709 to DKK 1,887 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at DKK 709 which is on 2026-06-13.
Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
