Bus from Chicago to Syracuse, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Syracuse on August 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)CheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:27 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Syracuse

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 12 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 1,461, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
12h 58mAverage Duration
950 kmDistance
86kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceZAR 1,089 - ZAR 4,016Average Duration23h 45m
24kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceZAR 1,461 - ZAR 3,675Average Duration12h 58m
86kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Syracuse, US 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 Syracuse?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Syracuse start from ZAR 1,089. The average price for this route is around ZAR 1,649. 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 Syracuse?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Syracuse is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 951 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Syracuse at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Syracuse generates an estimated 23.77195 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 Syracuse?

    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 5847 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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 Syracuse?

    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
07-30
ZAR 2,817
07-31
ZAR 3,106
Today
ZAR 2,495
08-02
ZAR 3,038
08-03
ZAR 3,207
08-04
ZAR 2,223
08-05
ZAR 1,918
08-06
ZAR 2,308
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Syracuse, US was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,918

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,918 to ZAR 5,024 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Syracuse, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,918 which is on 2026-08-05.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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