Bus from Chicago to De Kalb, IL: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Chicago to De Kalb on January 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Dekalb (LaTourette Hall)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Dekalb (LaTourette Hall)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Dekalb (LaTourette Hall)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Dekalb (LaTourette Hall)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Dekalb (LaTourette Hall)No tags

Get from Chicago to De Kalb

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2hAverage Duration
98 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to De Kalb, IL 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 Chicago to De Kalb?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to De Kalb start from $28. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 Chicago to De Kalb?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to De Kalb is 2h, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to De Kalb route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to De Kalb at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to De Kalb generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to De Kalb?

    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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to De Kalb?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to De Kalb?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to De Kalb?

    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.

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$21
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$22
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