How much is the bus ticket from Jackson to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jackson to Chicago start from $50. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Jackson to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Jackson to Chicago is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Jackson to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jackson to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Jackson to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jackson to Chicago?

A bus trip from Jackson to Chicago generates an estimated 7 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 Jackson to Chicago?

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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jackson to Chicago?

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 Jackson to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jackson to Chicago?

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 Jackson to Chicago from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jackson to Chicago on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Jackson to Chicago on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	5h 5m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Jackson to Chicago on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	5h 5m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Jackson to Chicago on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	5h 5m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Jackson to Chicago on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	4h 55m	5:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	5h 5m	2:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 40m	8:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:15am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	7h 50m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:54 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Jackson to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 4 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 3mAverage Duration

271 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $96	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $166	Average Duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jackson and Chicago?

Stops in Jackson

A
Jackson Greyhound Terminal
127 W Cortland, Jackson, MI 49201

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,486 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jackson, MI, US to Chicago 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 Jackson to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jackson to Chicago start from $50. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Jackson to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Jackson to Chicago is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Jackson to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jackson to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Jackson to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jackson to Chicago?
A bus trip from Jackson to Chicago generates an estimated 7 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 Jackson to Chicago?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jackson to Chicago?
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 Jackson to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jackson to Chicago?
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

01-04

$66

01-05

$60

Today

$49

01-07

$50

01-08

$49

01-09

$47

01-10

$46

01-11

$46

The cheapest trip from Jackson, MI, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $70 for a bus ticket from Jackson, MI, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-10.