Bus from Tucson to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson 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 1 day, 22 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 22hAverage Duration
2321 kmDistance
58kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$179 - $813Average Duration1d 22h
58kg CO₂e
Average Price$217 - $461Average Duration2d 10h
211kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to Chicago start from $179. The average price for this route is around $258. 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 Tucson to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Tucson to Chicago is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2321 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tucson to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Tucson to Chicago at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from Tucson to Chicago generates an estimated 58 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 Tucson to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-25
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11-26
$560
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11-28
$232
11-29
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11-30
$267
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $232

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

You can expect to pay from $232 to $560 for a bus ticket from Tucson to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $232 which is on 2025-11-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tucson to Chicago?

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