How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from $152. The average price for this route is around $223. 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Chicago at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago generates an estimated 35 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jacksonville to Chicago?

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 Jacksonville to Chicago?

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.

Bus Jacksonville to Chicago from $178 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jacksonville to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 2h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 4h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:05pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 11h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:05pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Jacksonville to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:05am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 1h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:05am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Jacksonville to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 2h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:05am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Jacksonville to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 2h	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:05am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Jacksonville to Chicago on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 2h	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:05am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:30am	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1391 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$152 - $665	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$183 - $2,148	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Chicago?

Stops in Jacksonville

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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B
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

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

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87415 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $167

Greyhound Jacksonville Chicago recent customer reviews

Solo la demora en una de las estaciones que por conexión me ocasionó otra demora y llegue muy tarde a mi destino final

Fernando S.

December 8, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,526 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 Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start from $152. The average price for this route is around $223. 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Chicago at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago generates an estimated 35 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jacksonville to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jacksonville to Chicago?
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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
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

12-03

$528

12-04

$336

Today

$316

12-06

$316

12-07

$233

12-08

$218

12-09

$213

12-10

$218

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $213

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

You can expect to pay from $213 to $528 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $213 which is on 2025-12-09.