Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Memphis, TN

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Memphis
    Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Memphis
    Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Memphis
    Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Memphis
    Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Memphis
    Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Memphis

Bus
Average Price$81 - $373Average Duration14h 50m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$139 - $606Average Duration14h 22m
71kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Memphis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
14h 50mAverage Duration
$81Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Memphis: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$138
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 50m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance785 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Memphis Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Memphis

  1. How long is the trip from Chicago to Memphis by bus?

    The trip from Chicago to Memphis will take on average 14h 50m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Memphis in 9h 30m

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Memphis?

    The distance between Chicago and Memphis is around 775 km (481 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Memphis?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Airways Transit Center, in Memphis.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Memphis?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Chicago to Memphis. With a starting ticket price of $81, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Memphis?

    Taking the bus from Chicago to Memphis costs on average $138.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-27
$114
04-28
$114
Today
$85
04-30
$74
05-01
$114
05-02
$85
05-03
No data
05-04
$101
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Memphis was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $253 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Memphis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-04-30.

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 Memphis!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Memphis.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Memphis will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Memphis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Memphis?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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