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| 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 | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago, IL | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Houston?
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 Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- 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
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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 $155. The average price for this route is around $249. 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 1499 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 14m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 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 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Houston?
A bus trip from Chicago to Houston generates an estimated 37 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 87387 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 3.6.
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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $227To 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 $227 to $769 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 $227 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound, 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Houston, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
