How much does a bus ticket from South Station to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from South Station to Chicago starts at $96. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from South Station to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from South Station to Chicago?

The average travel time between South Station and Chicago is around , although the fastest bus will take about 22h 22m.This is the time it takes to travel the 1370 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between South Station and Chicago?

The number of buses from South Station to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from South Station to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from South Station to Chicago?

When taking the bus from South Station to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

Bus South Station to Chicago from $163 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 13h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 17h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 16h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:15pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:15pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 3h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:45pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 6h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 3h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d 5h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:30pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 9h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d 2h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:30pm	Boston (South Station)	1d 9h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	22h 22m	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:15am	Boston (South Station)	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	8:55am	Boston (South Station)	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from South Station 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 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1368 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $641	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$120 - $1,636	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 124kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in South Station and Chicago?

Stops in Boston, MA, US

A
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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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
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
D
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Official partners

Greyhound

3.5/587,416 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,539 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Chicago by bus

How much does a bus ticket from South Station to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from South Station to Chicago starts at $96. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from South Station to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from South Station to Chicago?
The average travel time between South Station and Chicago is around , although the fastest bus will take about 22h 22m.This is the time it takes to travel the 1370 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between South Station and Chicago?
The number of buses from South Station to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from South Station to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from South Station to Chicago?
When taking the bus from South Station to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.