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Today9 Jul
from US$84
Tomorrow10 Jul
Fri11 Jul
Sat12 Jul
from US$84
Sun13 Jul
Mon14 Jul
Tue15 Jul
from US$94
Wed16 Jul

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 July at
    Departure city: Joplin
    Departure location: Joplin Bus Station
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 July at
    Departure city: Joplin
    Departure location: Joplin Bus Station
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 July at
    Departure city: Joplin
    Departure location: Joplin Bus Station
    Arrival time: 12 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 July at
    Departure city: Joplin
    Departure location: Joplin Bus Station
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 July at
    Departure city: Joplin
    Departure location: Joplin Bus Station
    Arrival time: 12 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Joplin to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$110
Average bus trip duration14h 45m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance489 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

Joplin to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Joplin - Chicago

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

    The distance between Joplin and Chicago by coach is approximately 488 miles (787 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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.

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Today
US$83
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11/07
US$100
12/07
US$88
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Joplin to Chicago was searched and found on 9 Jul 2025 with a price of US$83

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

You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$100 for a bus ticket from Joplin to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$88, which is on 2025-07-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Joplin and Chicago!

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 Joplin to Chicago.

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Joplin to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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