Bus from Burlington, VT, US to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Burlington to Chicago on January 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Transit Centre
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Transit Centre
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Transit Centre
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
1203 kmDistance
109kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$190 - $509Average Duration1d 11h
30kg CO₂e
Average Price$151 - $417Average Duration1d 1h
109kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, VT, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Chicago start from $190. The average price for this route is around $230. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Burlington to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Burlington to Chicago is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1204 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Burlington to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Burlington to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Chicago at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Burlington to Chicago generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $313 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2026-01-28.

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