How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Barstow?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Barstow start from £172. The average price for this route is around £231. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Barstow?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Barstow is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1649 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Barstow route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Barstow?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Barstow at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Barstow?

A bus journey from Chicago to Barstow produces an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Barstow?

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 87412 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Barstow?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Barstow?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Barstow?

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.

Bus Chicago to Barstow from £168 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Barstow on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:00	Travel Center	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	05:00	Travel Center	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	15:20	Travel Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 19h	05:00	Travel Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 20:51 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Barstow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just £137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 19hAverage duration

1650 milesDistance

242kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£172 - £490	Average duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£137 - £1,337	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Barstow?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Barstow

A
Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
Visit page
B
Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr
2856 Lenwood Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,416 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,539 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Barstow

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Barstow?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Barstow start from £172. The average price for this route is around £231. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Barstow?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Barstow is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1649 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Barstow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Barstow?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Barstow at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Barstow?
A bus journey from Chicago to Barstow produces an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Barstow?
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 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Barstow?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Barstow?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Barstow?
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.

Best price found

04/12

£181

05/12

£187

Today

£176

07/12

£171

08/12

£168

09/12

£169

10/12

£168

11/12

£171

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Barstow was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £168

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

You can expect to pay from £168 to £277 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Barstow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £168, which is on 2025-12-08.