Bus Tickets from El Paso, US to Chicago

TodayJul 31
TomorrowAug 1
from US$269
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
from US$171
MonAug 4
TueAug 5
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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: El Paso
    Departure location: Tornado Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago, IL
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: El Paso
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: El Paso
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: El Paso
    Departure location: Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: El Paso
    Departure location: Tornado Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
    Operated by: Tornado BusTornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$104 - US$496Average Duration1d 13h
49kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$159 - US$1,206Average Duration2d 3h
183kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from El Paso to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
US$104Cheapest ticket
49kgCO₂ emissions

Bus El Paso, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$198
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 13h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure1:20am
Distance1973 km
Latest bus departure7:00pm

El Paso to Chicago Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from El Paso to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip El Paso, US - Chicago

  1. How far is El Paso from Chicago?

    It's about 2004 km (1242 miles) from El Paso to Chicago.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from El Paso to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in El Paso, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-29
US$255
07-30
US$255
Today
US$234
08-01
US$255
08-02
US$141
08-03
US$164
08-04
No data
08-05
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Paso, US to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$141

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

You can expect to pay from US$141 to US$426 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$141 which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from El Paso to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from El Paso to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from El Paso to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from El Paso, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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