Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Orlando on September 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	2:35am	Orlando Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	8:00pm	Orlando Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:50am	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	8:00pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:35am	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	4:20pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 5h	4:20pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	2:35am	Orlando Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Orlando on September 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 14h	2:55pm	The Florida Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	8:00pm	Orlando Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:50am	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	4:20pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	8:00pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	1:50am	Orlando Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:59pm	The Florida Mall	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 5h	4:20pm	Orlando Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Orlando

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Orlando. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1582 kmDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $500	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$230 - $899	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Orlando

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 Orlando

A
Orlando Bus Station
555 N John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32805
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B
Orlando RedCoach Station
RedCoach Station, 1777 McCoy Road, Orlando, FL 32809
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C
Jet Set Express Terminal
Jet Set Express Terminal, 3718 LB Mcleod Rd., 32805 Orlando, FL,, United States
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D
Disney World
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, 1701 West Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, FL 32830
E
International Dr SuperTours Terminal
5419 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
F
Seaworld Hotels
10100 International Drive , Orlando, 32821

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,552 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/588,126 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 88126 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $151

Greyhound Chicago Orlando recent customer reviews

The first bus was delayed and that affected my complete trip. That means that I had a 40 hour trip instead of a 28 hour trip. 12 hour make a big difference.

Sonia C.

June 5, 2018

Amtrak

4.1/56,477 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Orlando 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 Orlando?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Orlando start from $123. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Orlando?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Orlando is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1582 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Orlando route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Orlando?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Orlando at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Orlando?
A bus trip from Chicago to Orlando generates an estimated 39.5411 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 Orlando?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 6467 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Orlando?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Orlando?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Orlando?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

09-04

$250

09-05

$239

Today

$276

09-07

$247

09-08

$156

09-09

$147

09-10

$143

09-11

$147

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Orlando was searched and found on Sep 10, 2026 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $368 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Orlando based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2026-09-10.

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.