How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Chicago start at R 1 721. The average price for this route is around R 2 786. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Albuquerque to Chicago is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1814 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Chicago at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago produces an estimated 45 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Albuquerque to Chicago from R 1 987 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:20	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 17h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:20	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 22h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Chicago on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 22h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:05	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albuquerque to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1814 kmDistance

165kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 721 - R 8 671	Average duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 121 - R 14 199	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 165kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Chicago?

Stops in Albuquerque

A
Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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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
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

3.5/587 485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87485 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 721

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albuquerque, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Chicago start at R 1 721. The average price for this route is around R 2 786. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Albuquerque to Chicago is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1814 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Chicago at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago?
A bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago produces an estimated 45 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/01

R 5 650

05/01

R 5 550

Today

R 5 064

07/01

R 4 125

08/01

R 3 538

09/01

R 2 750

10/01

R 2 875

11/01

R 2 590

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 590

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 590 to R 8 014 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 590, which is on 2026-01-11.