Bus from Oklahoma City to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Oklahoma City to Chicago on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), ILCheapest
Amtrak
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), ILFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oklahoma City 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 23 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
23h 10mAverage Duration
1103 kmDistance
28kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$112 - $494Average Duration23h 10m
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$205 - $1,204Average Duration1d 5h
101kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oklahoma City to Chicago start from $112. The average price for this route is around $178. 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 Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Oklahoma City to Chicago is 23h 10m, covering a distance of 1103 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Oklahoma City to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Oklahoma City to Chicago generates an estimated 28 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 Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
01-24
$204
01-25
$147
Today
$242
01-27
$256
01-28
$256
01-29
$149
01-30
$155
01-31
$187
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oklahoma City to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $147

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

You can expect to pay from $147 to $1,021 for a bus ticket from Oklahoma City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2026-01-29.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

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