How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville start from £73. The average price for this route is around £118. 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 Charlottesville?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charlottesville is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charlottesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus journey from Chicago to Charlottesville produces an estimated 22 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 Charlottesville?

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 87463 reviews.

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

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 Charlottesville?

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 Charlottesville?

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 Charlottesville from £75 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 9 January
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	1d 6h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 8h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 00:57 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 23 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just £90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 54mAverage duration

552 milesDistance

81kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£73 - £312	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£90 - £1,575	Average duration23h 54m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Charlottesville?

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
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
Map
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
Map
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,974 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Charlottesville

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 Charlottesville?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville start from £73. The average price for this route is around £118. 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 Charlottesville?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charlottesville is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Charlottesville at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Charlottesville?
A bus journey from Chicago to Charlottesville produces an estimated 22 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 Charlottesville?
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 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Charlottesville?
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 Charlottesville?
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 Charlottesville?
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

07/01

£87

08/01

£113

Today

£114

10/01

£119

11/01

£106

12/01

£102

13/01

£80

14/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charlottesville was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of £80

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

You can expect to pay from £80 to £142 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £80, which is on 2026-01-13.