Bus from Jefferson City, MO to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jefferson City to Chicago on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Jefferson City
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Jefferson City
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Jefferson City
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-22 CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Jefferson City 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 8 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 11mAverage Duration
532 kmDistance
48kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$78 - $221Average Duration10h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$70 - $210Average Duration8h 11m
48kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jefferson City, MO 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Jefferson City to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Jefferson City to Chicago start from $78. The average price for this route is around $101. 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 Jefferson City to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Jefferson City to Chicago is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 532 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Jefferson City to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Jefferson City to Chicago at 7:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Jefferson City to Chicago generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-27
$141
11-28
$158
Today
$266
11-30
$172
12-01
$132
12-02
$133
12-03
$135
12-04
$118
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jefferson City, MO to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $118

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

You can expect to pay from $118 to $266 for a bus ticket from Jefferson City, MO to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-04.

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