Bus from New Haven, CT to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on January 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
New Haven
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Haven Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
New Haven
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Haven Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
New Haven
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:13 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven 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, 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
1225 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$139 - $651Average Duration1d 5h
31kg CO₂e
Average Price$133 - $3,138Average Duration1d
111kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Chicago start from $139. The average price for this route is around $240. 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 New Haven to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from New Haven to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1225 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the New Haven to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Chicago at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Chicago?

    A bus trip from New Haven to Chicago generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New Haven 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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Chicago?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New Haven 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven 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
01-11
$308
01-12
$190
Today
$191
01-14
$206
01-15
$157
01-16
$199
01-17
$163
01-18
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $157

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

You can expect to pay from $157 to $396 for a bus ticket from New Haven, CT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $157 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually FlixBus 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Haven, CT to Chicago?

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