Bus Tickets from Peoria, IL to Chicago, IL

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Next departures to Chicago

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Peoria
    Departure location: Peoria Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Peoria
    Departure location: Bradley University
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Peoria
    Departure location: Peoria Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Peoria
    Departure location: Peoria Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 5 at
    Departure city: Peoria
    Departure location: Peoria Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Peoria to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$139
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:25am
Distance210 km

Peoria to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Peoria - Chicago

  1. How long is the bus ride from Peoria to Chicago?

    The typical travel time from Peoria to Chicago by bus is around 10h 5m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Chicago in about 10h 5m.

  2. How far is Peoria from Chicago?

    The distance between Peoria and Chicago is approximately 208 km (129 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Peoria to Chicago?

    The least expensive way to go from Peoria to Chicago would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$139, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Peoria to Chicago?

    You can expect to pay around US$139 for the bus ride from Peoria to Chicago.

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

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US$43
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US$71
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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Peoria to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Peoria to Chicago.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Peoria to Chicago

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