How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Hartford?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Hartford start at R 1 696. The average price for this route is around R 2 785. 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 Hartford?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Hartford is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1239 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Hartford route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Hartford at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Hartford produces an estimated 31 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 Hartford?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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 Chicago to Hartford?

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 Hartford?

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 Chicago to Hartford from R 1 667 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Chicago to Hartford on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	12:35	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 10h	10:05	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	17:55	Harford Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	17:55	Harford Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	21:20	Harford Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 696, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1239 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 696 - R 8 418	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 774 - R 14 400	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 113kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Hartford?

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 Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 610 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 Chicago to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Hartford start at R 1 696. The average price for this route is around R 2 785. 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 Hartford?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Hartford is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1239 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Hartford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Hartford?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Hartford at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Hartford?
A bus trip from Chicago to Hartford produces an estimated 31 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 Hartford?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Hartford?
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 Chicago to Hartford?
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 Hartford?
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

12/12

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13/12

R 3 300

Today

R 2 099

15/12

R 1 892

16/12

R 2 073

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R 2 099

18/12

R 2 246

19/12

R 2 644

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Hartford, CT was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 892

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 892 to R 4 726 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 892, which is on 2025-12-15.