How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Barstow?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Barstow start from $320. The average price for this route is around $429. 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 Chicago to Barstow?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Barstow is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2659 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Barstow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Barstow?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Barstow at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Barstow?

A bus trip from Chicago to Barstow generates an estimated 66 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 Chicago to Barstow?

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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Barstow?

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 Chicago to Barstow?

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 Chicago to Barstow?

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.

Bus Chicago to Barstow from $309 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	5:00am	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	Fastest
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	5:00am	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	5:00am	Travel Center	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	3:20pm	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:03 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Barstow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $256, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

2661 kmDistance

242kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$320 - $912	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$256 - $2,492	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Barstow?

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
Visit page
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

Stops in Barstow

A
Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
Visit page
B
Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr
2856 Lenwood Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Barstow 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 Chicago to Barstow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Barstow start from $320. The average price for this route is around $429. 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 Chicago to Barstow?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Barstow is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2659 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Barstow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Barstow?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Barstow at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Barstow?
A bus trip from Chicago to Barstow generates an estimated 66 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 Chicago to Barstow?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Barstow?
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 Chicago to Barstow?
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 Chicago to Barstow?
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.

Best price found

12-01

$563

12-02

$356

Today

$335

12-04

$337

12-05

$348

12-06

$312

12-07

$309

12-08

$309

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Barstow was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $309

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

You can expect to pay from $309 to $813 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Barstow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $309 which is on 2025-12-07.