How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Chicago start from £101. The average price for this route is around £209. 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 San Diego to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from San Diego to Chicago is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1727 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Chicago at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

A bus journey from San Diego to Chicago produces an estimated 70 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 San Diego to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Diego to Chicago from £81 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:10	Downtown SD (Seaport)	2d 1h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 2h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 10h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 2h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 10h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 2h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 10h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 5h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 20h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 5h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 20h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 5h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 10h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from San Diego to Chicago on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 2h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 10h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:55	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 14h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego 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 2 days, 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

2d 6hAverage duration

1727 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£101 - £555	Average duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£143 - £1,724	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Chicago?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
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B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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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
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,739 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,504 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,070 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 San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Chicago start from £101. The average price for this route is around £209. 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 San Diego to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Chicago is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1727 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Chicago at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Chicago?
A bus journey from San Diego to Chicago produces an estimated 70 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 San Diego to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

15/01

£331

16/01

£318

Today

£294

18/01

£165

19/01

£153

20/01

£145

21/01

£129

22/01

£168

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of £129

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

You can expect to pay from £129 to £356 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £129, which is on 2026-01-21.