Bus from Boston, MA, US to Chicago: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Chicago on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Brookline
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Boston (South Station)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBusBus
Brookline
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:09 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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, 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
849 milesDistance
34kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£52 - £339Average duration1d 8h
34kg CO₂e
Average price£65 - £1,115Average duration1d 2h
124kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Boston, MA, US to Chicago

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Chicago?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Boston to Chicago start from £52. The average price for this route is around £105. 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 journey from Boston to Chicago?

    The average bus journey time from Boston to Chicago is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 849 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Chicago at 00:59. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

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

    A bus journey from Boston to Chicago produces an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Boston 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 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston 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 Boston 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
25/11
£195
26/11
£227
Today
£171
28/11
£180
29/11
£222
30/11
£246
01/12
£158
02/12
£91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £91

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

You can expect to pay from £91 to £713 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £91, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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