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Today25 Apr
from US$344
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$224
Sat27 Apr
from US$112
Sun28 Apr
from US$111
Mon29 Apr
from US$109
Tue30 Apr
from US$157
Wed1 May
from US$112
Thu2 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$344
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$367
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$396
Bus San Antonio to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus San Antonio to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$167
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance1050 miles
Latest bus departure12:40

San Antonio to Chicago buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses9
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures01:30 - 12:40
Minimum PriceUS$123
Average Ticket PriceUS$167
Minimum Trip Duration1d4h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d9h
Distance1050 miles
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio - Chicago

The average bus ticket price from San Antonio to Chicago is US$167. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Antonio to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between San Antonio and Chicago is around 1d 9h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1050 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Antonio to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between San Antonio and Chicago leave from Greyhound Station San Antonio, Texas or 4407 S PanAm Expy #101 and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Union Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Antonio to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 San Antonio to Chicago.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time1d 9hAvg priceUS$167Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time1d 8hAvg priceUS$239Daily departures2

The best way to travel between San Antonio and Chicago is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$167 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$94. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the bus, as it will take you from San Antonio to Chicago in about 1d 8h – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to San Antonio by bus?

Bus from Chicago to San Antonio

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from San Antonio to Chicago

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