Find coaches from Chicago to Lawrence, US

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Next departures from Chicago to Lawrence on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lawrence Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Lawrence Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lawrence

Bus
Average priceUS$51 - US$207Average duration14h 40m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$74 - US$558Average duration13h 35m
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Lawrence

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
13h 35mAverage duration
US$74Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Lawrence, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$96
Average bus trip duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance445 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Lawrence Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Lawrence, US

  1. How far is Lawrence from Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Lawrence by coach covers an approximate distance of 442 miles (713 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Lawrence from Chicago without flying?

    To travel from Chicago to Lawrence without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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$120
07/10
US$75
Today
US$77
09/10
US$95
10/10
US$91
11/10
US$79
12/10
US$88
13/10
US$73
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Lawrence, US was searched and found on 13 Oct 2025 with a price of US$73

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

You can expect to pay from US$73 to US$154 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$73, which is on 2025-10-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Lawrence will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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 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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Lawrence, US to Chicago

You can also go to Lawrence, US by train

Train from Chicago to Lawrence, US

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