Bus Tickets from Charlottesville, VA to Chicago, IL

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$101 - US$245Average Duration23h 20m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$111 - US$1,443Average Duration22h 46m
81kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charlottesville to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
23h 20mAverage Duration
US$101Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlottesville to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$168
Average Bus Trip Duration23h 20m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure7:55am
Distance880 km
Latest bus departure9:35am

Charlottesville to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlottesville - Chicago

  1. How long is the trip from Charlottesville to Chicago by bus?

    The typical travel time from Charlottesville to Chicago by bus is around 23h 20m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Chicago in about 22h 45m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    The distance covered from Charlottesville to Chicago is 896 km (556 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Campbells Travel Bus Stop, in Charlottesville, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    The least expensive way to go from Charlottesville to Chicago would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$101, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    The bus fare from Charlottesville to Chicago is approximately US$168.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Charlottesville until 9:35am and reaching Chicago on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Chicago was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$166

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Charlottesville to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charlottesville to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charlottesville to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charlottesville to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Chicago?

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