Find coaches from Roanoke to Chicago

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Next departures from Roanoke to Chicago on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Roanoke Bus Stop
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Roanoke Bus Stop
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Roanoke Bus Stop
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Roanoke Bus Stop
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Roanoke Bus Stop
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Roanoke to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$87 - US$366Average duration22h
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$135 - US$310Average duration1d 3h
76kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Roanoke to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just US$87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
22hAverage duration
US$87Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Roanoke to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$160
Average bus trip duration22h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure04:35
Distance511 miles
Latest bus departure12:50

Roanoke to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Roanoke - Chicago

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

    The journey from Roanoke to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 518 miles (835 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Roanoke to Chicago without flying?

    To travel from Roanoke to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

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

Best price found
06/10
US$152
07/10
US$153
Today
US$245
09/10
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10/10
US$124
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Roanoke to Chicago was searched and found on 10 Oct 2025 with a price of US$124

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

You can expect to pay from US$124 to US$245 for a bus ticket from Roanoke to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$124, which is on 2025-10-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Roanoke to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Roanoke to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Roanoke to Chicago 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 Roanoke to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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 Roanoke to Chicago?

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