How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Chicago start at R 2 656. The average price for this route is around R 5 421. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Chicago at 04:55. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.

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

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Chicago from R 2 713 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:10	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 1h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:10	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 1h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:10	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 2h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	13:10	McKee Park & Ride	2d 3h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 2h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	16:50	Amtrak Station	1d 19h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	12:50	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	14:42	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:20	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	20:50	16th St (Bakersfield)	2d 5h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bakersfield 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, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 656, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 3hAverage duration

2808 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 656 - R 12 785	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 957 - R 65 886	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Chicago?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA 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
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

Amtrak

4/55 651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Chicago start at R 2 656. The average price for this route is around R 5 421. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Chicago at 04:55. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Chicago produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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

14/12

R 5 754

15/12

R 5 754

Today

R 5 177

17/12

R 8 149

18/12

R 7 855

19/12

R 8 149

20/12

R 7 873

21/12

R 7 166

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Chicago was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 177

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 177 to R 28 529 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 166, which is on 2025-12-21.

Usually Amtrak 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.