Bus Tickets from San Antonio (TX), US to Chicago

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TodayJun 15
from US$199
TomorrowJun 16
from US$250
TueJun 17
from US$229
WedJun 18
from US$196
ThuJun 19
from US$134
FriJun 20
from US$136
SatJun 21
from US$132
SunJun 22
from US$128

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Tornado I-35
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago, IL
    Operated by: Conexiones + Tornado Bus
    Conexiones + Tornado Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 16 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$80 - US$473Average Duration1d 6h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$121 - US$1,245Average Duration1d 13h
154kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20.453333333333333bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$80Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Antonio to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$210
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance1691 km
Latest bus departure9:00pm

San Antonio to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio (TX), US - Chicago

  1. How long is the trip from San Antonio to Chicago by bus?

    The typical travel time from San Antonio to Chicago by bus is around 1d 6h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Chicago in 22h 25m

  2. What is the travel distance from San Antonio to Chicago?

    The distance between San Antonio and Chicago is around 1693 km (1050 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Antonio to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at San Antonio Bus Station, in San Antonio, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from San Antonio to Chicago?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from San Antonio to Chicago. With a starting ticket price of US$80, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Antonio to Chicago?

    Taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago costs on average US$210.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from San Antonio to Chicago?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Antonio until 9:00pm and reaching Chicago on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-13
US$240
06-14
US$296
Today
US$191
06-16
US$240
06-17
US$257
06-18
US$209
06-19
US$193
06-20
US$155
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$155

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

You can expect to pay from US$155 to US$317 for a bus ticket from San Antonio to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$155 which is on 2025-06-20.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Antonio to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Antonio to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Antonio to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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!

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