How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Ontario?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Ontario start at R 2 835. The average price for this route is around R 4 927. 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 Ontario?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Ontario is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 2756 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Ontario route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Ontario at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Ontario produces an estimated 69 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 Ontario?

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 Ontario?

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 Ontario?

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 Ontario?

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 Ontario from R 2 737 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Ontario on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 16h	13:55	Montclair / Ontario / Claremont	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:55	Montclair (Ontario)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 12h	01:30	Montclair (Ontario)	No tags
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	13:55	Montclair / Ontario / Claremont	No tags
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 2h	14:55	Montclair / Ontario / Claremont	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:49 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Ontario

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ontario. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 835, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

2d 4hAverage duration

2756 kmDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 835 - R 9 653	Average duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 855 - R 66 061	Average duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 251kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Ontario?

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 Ontario

A
Ontario California Bus Stop Carl's Jr & Teriyaki House
1625 E 4th St, Ontario, CA 91764, USA
B
Ontario Tufesa Bus Stop
1739 S Euclid Ave, Ontario, CA 91762, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 624 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 Ontario, CA 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 Ontario?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Ontario start at R 2 835. The average price for this route is around R 4 927. 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 Ontario?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Ontario is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 2756 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Ontario route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Ontario?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Ontario at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Ontario?
A bus trip from Chicago to Ontario produces an estimated 69 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 Ontario?
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 Ontario?
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 Ontario?
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 Ontario?
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

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14/12

R 6 844

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R 6 663

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R 4 597

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R 2 961

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Ontario, CA was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 961

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 961 to R 8 643 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ontario, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 961, which is on 2025-12-18.