Bus from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on June 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:39 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 753, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day
22h 55mAverage Duration
1065 kmDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceMAD 753 - MAD 2,891Average Duration22h 55m
27kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceMAD 858 - MAD 4,979Average Duration21h 58m
97kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start from MAD 753. The average price for this route is around MAD 990. 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 Philadelphia?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Philadelphia is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 1065 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia generates an estimated 26.604450000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12791 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Philadelphia?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    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
06-09
MAD 1,544
06-10
MAD 1,682
Today
MAD 1,625
06-12
MAD 903
06-13
MAD 780
06-14
MAD 903
06-15
MAD 751
06-16
MAD 932
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of MAD 751

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 751 to MAD 2,699 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 751 which is on 2026-06-15.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA?

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