Bus from Chicago to Lawrence, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Lawrence on April 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lawrence Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:07 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lawrence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
13h 35mAverage Duration
719 kmDistance
65kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$98 - $311Average Duration17h 50m
18kg CO₂e
Average Price$105 - $1,900Average Duration13h 35m
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lawrence, US 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 Lawrence?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lawrence start from $98. The average price for this route is around $131. 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 Lawrence?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Lawrence is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 720 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lawrence route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

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

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

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence generates an estimated 17.99185 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-16
$130
04-17
$130
Today
$130
04-19
$165
04-20
$131
04-21
$130
04-22
$132
04-23
$142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lawrence, US was searched and found on Apr 16, 2026 with a price of $130

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

You can expect to pay from $130 to $257 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-04-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lawrence, US?

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