How much is the bus ticket from Barstow to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barstow to Chicago start at R 3 769. The average price for this route is around R 3 844. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Barstow to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Barstow to Chicago is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2660 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Barstow to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Barstow to Chicago at 12:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

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

A bus trip from Barstow to Chicago produces an estimated 66 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 Barstow 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow to Chicago from R 3 665 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Barstow to Chicago on 6 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Travel Center	1d 17h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	21:00	Travel Center	2d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:00	Travel Center	1d 20h	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Barstow to Chicago on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Travel Center	1d 17h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	13:00	Barstow Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	21:00	Travel Center	2d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Travel Center	2d 1h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	13:00	Barstow Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Barstow to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:00	Travel Center	1d 17h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	13:00	Barstow Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	21:00	Travel Center	2d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Travel Center	2d 1h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	13:00	Barstow Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:51 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Barstow 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 1 day, 19 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 769, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 19hAverage duration

2660 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 769 - R 6 662	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 084 - R 24 884	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barstow and Chicago?

Stops in Barstow

A
Travel Center
1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311, USA
Visit page
B
Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr
2856 Lenwood Rd, Barstow, CA 92311, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
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

Amtrak

4/55 708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 940 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 from Barstow 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 Barstow to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barstow to Chicago start at R 3 769. The average price for this route is around R 3 844. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Barstow to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Barstow to Chicago is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2660 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Barstow to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barstow to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Barstow to Chicago at 12:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barstow to Chicago?
A bus trip from Barstow to Chicago produces an estimated 66 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 Barstow 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barstow 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 Barstow 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 Barstow 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.

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The cheapest trip from Barstow to Chicago was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 665

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 665 to R 25 449 for a bus ticket from Barstow to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 665, which is on 2026-01-07.

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.