How far is Chicago from Memphis by coach?

The journey from Memphis to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 481 miles (775 km).

Is there a way to reach Chicago from Memphis without flying?

To travel from Memphis to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Memphis to Chicago from £48 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Memphis to Chicago on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	15h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	10h 50m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Chicago on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	15h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	10h 50m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Chicago on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:45	Memphis Bus Station	11h 35m	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	18:40	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	15h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Chicago on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Memphis Bus Station	9h 30m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	15h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00	Memphis Bus Station	11h 15m	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:15	Memphis Bus Station	16h 50m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	04:05	Memphis Bus Station	16h 5m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Memphis 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 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

13h 40mAverage duration

477 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£44 - £194	Average duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £219	Average duration14h 15m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Memphis and Chicago?

Stops in Memphis

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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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

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 26 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £45

Greyhound Memphis Chicago recent customer reviews

very disappointed I had a 9:30 appointment I miss because of late arrival this bus was 7 hours late

Termail C.

14 November 2019

The seat was not comfortable enough to push back and sit. There was no leg room to stretch and the experience was horrible.

Maharaja S.

13 July 2019

The Bus Driver was very Professional. She extended curtesy to each one of my fellow passengers. During the night ride, she asked everyone to be considerate by not talking loud-on or off their phones. I would ride with her again!

Felicia D.

15 October 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,451 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11451 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £60

FlixBus Memphis Chicago recent customer reviews

It was very conducive compared to other bus companies. I also enjoyed the stops that helped us stretch our legs.

Oluwatunmise J O.

23 November 2023

Really well

Baiysh D.

19 June 2023

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Memphis, TN to Chicago

How far is Chicago from Memphis by coach?
The journey from Memphis to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 481 miles (775 km).
Is there a way to reach Chicago from Memphis without flying?
To travel from Memphis to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to 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

24/11

£95

25/11

£107

Today

£95

27/11

£74

28/11

£64

29/11

£82

30/11

£82

01/12

£62

The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Chicago was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £62

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

You can expect to pay from £62 to £238 for a bus ticket from Memphis, TN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £62, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Jefferson Lines 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.