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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | North Platte | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | North Platte | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:53 PM CST.
Get from North Platte to Chicago
The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from North Platte 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 North Platte to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from North Platte to Chicago start from $141. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 North Platte to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from North Platte to Chicago is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 1093 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 50m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the North Platte to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from North Platte to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from North Platte to Chicago at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 12:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from North Platte to Chicago?
A bus trip from North Platte to Chicago generates an estimated 27 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 North Platte to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from North Platte to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from North Platte to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from North Platte to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from North Platte to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $173To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from North Platte to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $173 to $173 for a bus ticket from North Platte to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $173 which is on 2026-01-19.
