How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start from £77. The average price for this route is around £116. 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 Lafayette to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 830 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

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

A bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Lafayette to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lafayette to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lafayette to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lafayette to Chicago from £83 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:30	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	17:30	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	21:20	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	03:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 8h	08:05	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 11h	10:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

830 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£77 - £353	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£178 - £701	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Chicago?

Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,478 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,913 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lafayette, LA to Chicago

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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start from £77. The average price for this route is around £116. 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 830 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago?
A bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lafayette to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lafayette to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lafayette to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/01

No data

03/01

£110

Today

£214

05/01

£171

06/01

£132

07/01

£112

08/01

£132

09/01

£133

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Chicago was searched and found on 3 Jan 2026 with a price of £110

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

You can expect to pay from £110 to £279 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £112, which is on 2026-01-07.

Usually Greyhound 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.