How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Boston?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Boston start from £77. The average price for this route is around £109. 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 Boston?

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

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Boston at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus journey from Chicago to Boston produces an estimated 34 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 Boston?

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.

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

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 Boston?

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 Boston?

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 Boston from £87 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	05:40	Brookline	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:50	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:25	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	05:40	Brookline	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	09:00	Brookline	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Boston on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	05:40	Brookline	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	21:50	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:15	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:50	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	19:20	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

1d 3hAverage duration

844 milesDistance

124kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£77 - £503	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£66 - £654	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 124kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Boston?

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
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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 Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £77

Greyhound Chicago Boston recent customer reviews

Good services, Caring Drivers, but buses not on time, i missed my 1pm bus to Boston because the bus to newyork didnt arrive on time

Juliana N.

23 February 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,502 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 Boston, MA, US

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 Boston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Boston start from £77. The average price for this route is around £109. 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 Boston?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Boston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 849 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Boston at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Boston?
A bus journey from Chicago to Boston produces an estimated 34 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 Boston?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Boston?
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 Boston?
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 Boston?
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

30/11

£244

01/12

£197

Today

£183

03/12

£123

04/12

£114

05/12

£125

06/12

£101

07/12

£99

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £99

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

You can expect to pay from £99 to £279 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £99, which is on 2025-12-07.