Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | LSU Chevron Station | No tags | ||||
Tornado Bus + Expreso | Bus | West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet) | Albertsons Bakery | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:36 PM CST.
Get from Chicago to Baton Rouge
The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Baton Rouge?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 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
Stops in Baton Rouge
- A1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
- B2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
- C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States - D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Baton Rouge start from $190. The average price for this route is around $299. 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 Baton Rouge?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Baton Rouge is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1312 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Baton Rouge route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Baton Rouge at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Baton Rouge?
A bus trip from Chicago to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 33 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 Baton Rouge?
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 Baton Rouge?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Baton Rouge?
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 Baton Rouge?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $189To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Baton Rouge, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $189 to $530 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $189 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
