Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Chicago

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TodayJul 28
from US$280
TomorrowJul 29
from US$236
WedJul 30
from US$240
ThuJul 31
from US$228
FriAug 1
from US$205
SatAug 2
from US$185
SunAug 3
from US$175
MonAug 4
from US$154

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Los Angeles
    Departure location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$100 - US$620Average Duration2d 5h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$142 - US$2,590Average Duration2d 2h
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
2d 5hAverage Duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$165
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 5h
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance2802 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Los Angeles to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Chicago

  1. How far is Los Angeles from Chicago?

    It's about 2805 km (1740 miles) from Los Angeles to Chicago.

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

    Buses departing from UCLA in Los Angeles will take you to 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
07-26
US$442
07-27
US$414
Today
US$419
07-29
US$338
07-30
US$246
07-31
US$221
08-01
US$215
08-02
US$190
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$190

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

You can expect to pay from US$190 to US$3,008 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$190 which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Amtrak 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

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Los Angeles to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Los Angeles, US by bus?

Bus from Los Angeles, US to Chicago

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