Bus Tickets from Chicago to Little Rock

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from US$211
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Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Little Rock
    Destination location: Shell Gas Station - Little Rock
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago, IL
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Little Rock
    Destination location: Shell Gas Station - Little Rock
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport Multi-Modal Facility
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Little Rock
    Destination location: Shell Gas Station - Little Rock
    Operated by: Coach USA + Tornado Bus
    Coach USA + Tornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Little Rock
    Destination location: Shell Gas Station - Little Rock
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Little Rock
    Destination location: Shell Gas Station - Little Rock
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Little Rock

Bus
Average PriceUS$200 - US$484Average Duration14h 40m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$71 - US$479Average Duration16h 59m
81kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Little Rock

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Little Rock. The journey takes about 16 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
16h 59mAverage Duration
US$71Cheapest ticket
81kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Little Rock: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$237
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance893 km
Latest bus departure2:00pm

Chicago to Little Rock Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Little Rock. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Little Rock from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Little Rock, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Little Rock

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Little Rock?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Little Rock is 889 km (551 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Little Rock?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, in Little Rock.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$200
07-28
US$200
Today
US$200
07-30
US$200
07-31
US$200
08-01
US$200
08-02
US$200
08-03
US$200
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Little Rock was searched and found on Jul 27, 2025 with a price of US$200

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

You can expect to pay from US$200 to US$215 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Little Rock based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$200 which is on 2025-07-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Little Rock!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Little Rock, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Little Rock that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Little Rock.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Little Rock

You can also go to Little Rock by train

Train from Chicago to Little Rock

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