How much is the bus ticket from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Baton Rouge to Chicago start at R 1 848. The average price for this route is around R 2 779. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Baton Rouge to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Baton Rouge to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Baton Rouge to Chicago at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago produces an estimated 32 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Baton Rouge to Chicago from R 1 980 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Baton Rouge 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	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
	Bus	19:15	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baton Rouge 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	19:15	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	22h 5m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:05	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:15	LSU Chevron Station	1d 9h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baton Rouge to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	22h 5m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	21:45	Greyhound Station	1d	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:15	LSU Chevron Station	1d 9h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baton Rouge to Chicago on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	22h 5m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:05	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	21:45	Greyhound Station	1d	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:15	LSU Chevron Station	1d 9h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baton Rouge to Chicago on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:45	Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	22h 5m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:05	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	21:45	Greyhound Station	1d	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:15	LSU Chevron Station	1d 9h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baton Rouge to Chicago on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:55	Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	22h 5m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:05	Greyhound Station	1d 4h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:05	Greyhound Station	23h 15m	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Greyhound Station	1d 8h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:21 PM CST.

Get from Baton Rouge to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 848, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1297 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Baton Rouge and Chicago?

Stops in Baton Rouge

A
Greyhound Station
1253 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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B
LSU Chevron Station
2915 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, USA
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C
La Tiendita
6031 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States
D
Albertson's College Drive
2950 COLLEGE DR, Baton Rouge, LA 70806, USA

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

FlixBus

3.5/511 943 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11943 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. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 251

FlixBus Baton Rouge Chicago recent customer reviews

My daughter wasn't allowed to aboard the bus bus to continue her trip from baton rouge LA to Chicago IL the driver wouldn't let her on the bus..they ended up cancelling part of her trip and she never made it to her destination 😔

Kayla K.

9 May 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Baton Rouge to Chicago start at R 1 848. The average price for this route is around R 2 779. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Baton Rouge to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1297 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Baton Rouge to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Baton Rouge to Chicago at 03:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
A bus trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago produces an estimated 32 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baton Rouge to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

04/01

R 4 664

05/01

R 3 372

Today

R 2 617

07/01

R 2 550

08/01

R 2 466

09/01

R 2 416

10/01

R 2 592

11/01

R 2 416

The cheapest trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 416

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 416 to R 5 939 for a bus ticket from Baton Rouge to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 416, which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually FlixBus 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.