Find coaches from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

Today29 Jul
from US$220
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$203
Thu31 Jul
from US$139
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
from US$169
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
from US$127
Tue5 Aug

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Jacksonville
    Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$83 - US$323Average duration1d 2h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$121 - US$1,189Average duration1d 16h
126kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$83Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jacksonville, FL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$141
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure08:05
Distance852 miles
Latest bus departure21:45

Jacksonville to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Jacksonville, FL - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Jacksonville and Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Jacksonville to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 862 miles (1390 km).

  2. How can I travel from Jacksonville to Chicago avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$281
28/07
US$179
Today
US$256
30/07
US$195
31/07
US$177
01/08
US$114
02/08
US$238
03/08
US$130
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$114

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

You can expect to pay from US$114 to US$319 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114, which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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