Find coaches from Chicago to Jackson, MI, US

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Next departures from Chicago to Jackson on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Jackson (MI) Bus StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Jackson (MI) Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Jackson

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$110Average duration6h 5m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$40 - US$146Average duration3h 38m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Jackson

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Jackson. The journey takes about 3 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3h 38mAverage duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Jackson, MI, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure05:25
Distance168 miles
Latest bus departure10:30

Chicago to Jackson Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Jackson, MI, US

  1. How far is Jackson from Chicago by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Jackson by coach is approximately 169 miles (272 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Jackson from Chicago without a car?

    You can travel to Jackson from Chicago by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/10
US$36
07/10
US$77
Today
US$77
09/10
US$37
10/10
US$39
11/10
US$38
12/10
US$38
13/10
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Jackson, MI, US was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$77 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Jackson, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37, which is on 2025-10-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Jackson.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Jackson that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Jackson, MI, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Jackson, MI, US to Chicago

You can also go to Jackson, MI, US by train

Train from Chicago to Jackson, MI, US

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