Bus from Chicago to Little Rock: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Little Rock on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tornado BusBus
Chicago, IL
Shell Gas Station - Little RockCheapestFastest
Tornado BusBus
West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
Shell Gas Station - Little RockNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:50 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Little Rock

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Little Rock. The journey takes about 10 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $301, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
10h 48mAverage Duration
879 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$301 - $369Average Duration10h 48m
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$101 - $721Average Duration16h 59m
81kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Little Rock 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 Little Rock?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Little Rock start from $301. The average price for this route is around $331. 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 Little Rock?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Little Rock is 10h 48m, covering a distance of 879 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Little Rock route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Little Rock at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Little Rock generates an estimated 22 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
12-01
$286
12-02
$315
Today
$315
12-04
$315
12-05
$329
12-06
No data
12-07
$315
12-08
$329
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Little Rock was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $286

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 $286 to $351 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 $315 which is on 2025-12-04.

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