How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Meridian?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Meridian start from $184. The average price for this route is around $270. 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 Meridian?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Meridian is 1d , covering a distance of 1062 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Meridian route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Meridian?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Meridian at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Meridian?

A bus trip from Chicago to Meridian generates an estimated 27 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 Meridian?

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 Meridian?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Meridian?

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 Meridian?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Meridian from $139 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 55m	5:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	1:35am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	19h 30m	5:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 55m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	16h 20m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 55m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	16h 20m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 55m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	16h 20m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	16h 20m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 20m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	1:25am	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 55m	2:05am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Meridian on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 5m	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h	3:30pm	Meridian Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 25m	5:35am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:40am	Meridian Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:52 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Meridian

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Meridian. The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d Average Duration

1062 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$184 - $618	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$424 - $1,961	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Meridian?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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 Meridian

A
Union Station
1901 Front St, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,413 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,516 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Meridian 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 Meridian?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Meridian start from $184. The average price for this route is around $270. 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 Meridian?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Meridian is 1d , covering a distance of 1062 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Meridian route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Meridian?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Meridian at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Meridian?
A bus trip from Chicago to Meridian generates an estimated 27 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 Meridian?
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 Meridian?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Meridian?
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 Meridian?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-02

$298

12-03

$249

Today

$276

12-05

$228

12-06

$184

12-07

$182

12-08

$175

12-09

$164

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Meridian was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $443 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Meridian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Greyhound 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.