How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City start from $172. The average price for this route is around $321. 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 Salt Lake City?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Salt Lake City is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2024 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Salt Lake City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Salt Lake City at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

A bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City generates an estimated 51 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 Salt Lake City?

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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City?

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.

Bus Chicago to Salt Lake City from $208 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	7:55pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

2024 kmDistance

184kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$172 - $588	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$155 - $603	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,507 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City start from $172. The average price for this route is around $321. 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 Salt Lake City?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Salt Lake City is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2024 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Salt Lake City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Salt Lake City at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
A bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City generates an estimated 51 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 Salt Lake City?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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

12-01

$589

12-02

$481

Today

$516

12-04

$342

12-05

$299

12-06

$293

12-07

$245

12-08

$251

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $245

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

You can expect to pay from $245 to $628 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $245 which is on 2025-12-07.