How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to El Paso start at R 2 548. The average price for this route is around R 4 759. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to El Paso?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to El Paso is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1974 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to El Paso route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to El Paso at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to El Paso produces an estimated 49 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 Chicago to El Paso?

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 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to El Paso?

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 Chicago to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to El Paso from R 2 392 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 2h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 25 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	1d 17h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 16h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 15h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	1d 21h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	1d 18h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 16h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 15h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	10:00	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	1d 21h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 27 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 16h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 15h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	13:00	Chicago, IL	1d 18h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 2h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 28 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 11h	06:00	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 16h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 15h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	1d 17h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to El Paso on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 16h	00:55	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 8h	06:00	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 15h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 20h	00:55	Greyhound Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	1d 17h	06:15	Tornado Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:35 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 16hAverage duration

1974 kmDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 548 - R 11 842	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 444 - R 20 303	Average duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 183kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and El Paso?

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

Stops in El Paso

A
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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B
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Tornado Bus

3/5164 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi4

FlixBus

3.5/511 725 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 Chicago to El Paso, US 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 Chicago to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to El Paso start at R 2 548. The average price for this route is around R 4 759. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to El Paso?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to El Paso is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1974 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to El Paso route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to El Paso at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to El Paso?
A bus trip from Chicago to El Paso produces an estimated 49 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 Chicago to El Paso?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to El Paso?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to El Paso?
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 Chicago to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

22/12

R 5 364

23/12

R 7 483

Today

R 3 639

25/12

R 7 004

26/12

R 5 347

27/12

R 4 391

28/12

R 4 408

29/12

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to El Paso, US was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 639

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 639 to R 8 969 for a bus ticket from Chicago to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 391, which is on 2025-12-27.