Bus Tickets from Salinas, US to Chicago

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from US$246
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Next departures to Chicago

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$150 - US$467Average Duration2d 15h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$545 - US$736Average Duration2d 20h
270kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 15hAverage Duration
US$150Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$238
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure2:25pm
Distance2964 km
Latest bus departure6:05pm

Salinas to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - Chicago

  1. What is the distance between Salinas and Chicago?

    The distance between Salinas and Chicago is approximately 2967 km (1840 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Amtrak in Salinas 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.

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07-27
US$317
Today
US$317
07-29
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07-30
US$317
07-31
US$317
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 27, 2025 with a price of US$317

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

You can expect to pay from US$317 to US$1,208 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$317 which is on 2025-07-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Salinas and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Salinas 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 Salinas to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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 Salinas, US to Chicago?

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