How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Elyria?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from £34. The average price for this route is around £48. 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 Elyria?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Elyria is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 286 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elyria route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elyria at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus journey from Chicago to Elyria produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Chicago to Elyria from £31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 25 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	19h	15:25	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 26 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 27 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 28 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 1 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	CheapestFastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 2 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Elyria on 3 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	05:40	Elyria	Cheapest
	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 25m	15:25	Elyria	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	15:25	Elyria	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 35m	05:40	Elyria	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Elyria

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 6 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 28mAverage duration

288 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£34 - £76	Average duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£32 - £90	Average duration6h 28m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,524 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87524 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 £34

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Elyria

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 Elyria?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from £34. The average price for this route is around £48. 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 Elyria?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Elyria is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 286 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elyria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Elyria?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elyria at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Elyria?
A bus journey from Chicago to Elyria produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

23/02

£51

24/02

£50

Today

£37

26/02

£35

27/02

£41

28/02

£41

01/03

£41

02/03

£35

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elyria was searched and found on 26 Feb 2026 with a price of £35

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

You can expect to pay from £35 to £68 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Elyria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2026-02-26.