Bus from Chicago to Montreal: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Montreal on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue BerriCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue BerriFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue BerriNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue BerriNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue BerriNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:49 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Montreal

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 833, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1201 kmDistance
30kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Montreal by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Montreal?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Montreal start at R 1 833. The average price for this route is around R 2 855. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Montreal?

    The average bus journey time from Chicago to Montreal is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1201 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Montreal route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Montreal?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Montreal at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Montreal?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Montreal produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Montreal?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Montreal?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Montreal?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Montreal?

    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
13/12
R 3 042
14/12
R 4 908
Today
R 4 217
16/12
R 3 405
17/12
R 2 679
18/12
R 2 869
19/12
R 3 405
20/12
R 2 402
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Montreal was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 402

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 402 to R 6 222 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Montreal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 402, which is on 2025-12-20.

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