How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Houston start from $133. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Houston?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Houston is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1517 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 50 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Houston at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Houston generates an estimated 38 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 Houston?

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 87412 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Houston?

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 Houston?

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.

Bus Chicago to Houston from $180 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Houston on December 11
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	1d 12h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00pm	Chicago, IL	22h 15m	12:15pm	Houston Airline	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Houston on December 12
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	1d 14h	2:35pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00pm	Chicago, IL	22h 15m	12:15pm	Houston Airline	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	10:50pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Houston on December 13
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	1d 13h	1:15pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	22h 45m	12:15pm	Houston Airline	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Houston on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	22h 45m	12:15pm	Houston Airline	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Houston on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	22h 45m	12:15pm	Houston Airline	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1517 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$133 - $753	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$224 - $1,252	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Houston?

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
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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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5158 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87422 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $150

Greyhound Chicago Houston recent customer reviews

The greyhound driver was totally unprofessional. I was put off one bus for a misunderstanding. Spent four hours in Little Rock waiting on another bus. Then missed my stop in Texarkana Bc the driver didn’t announce it. I’m still in the bus now just arriving at Houston

Anton M.

September 9, 2019

The bus was delayed more than 3 hours. No one attempted to contact me to let me know. I spent 45 minutes on the phone before learning about the delay. I wasn't offered any apology or nothing. When we got on the bus it was freezing. We asked the driver to turn on the heat and he refused. It was a less than satisfactory ride. Very very very disappointed.

Robert T.

December 23, 2016

Smooth riding

Chimaobi O.

June 13, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,566 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11566 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $161

FlixBus Chicago Houston recent customer reviews

I enjoy the comfort of the bus. I didn't like that the bus driver didn't control the noise volume by letting passengers know to use their earbuds while using their devices.

Waylon P C.

November 11, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Houston start from $133. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Houston is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1517 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 50 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Houston at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Houston?
A bus trip from Chicago to Houston generates an estimated 38 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 Houston?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Houston?
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 Houston?
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.

Best price found

12-07

$228

12-08

$384

Today

$390

12-10

$243

12-11

$292

12-12

$319

12-13

$225

12-14

$225

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $225

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

You can expect to pay from $225 to $455 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $225 which is on 2025-12-13.

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.