How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start at R 1 208. The average price for this route is around R 1 659. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 1068 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia produces an estimated 27 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 Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12208 reviews.

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

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 Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia from R 1 287 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Philadelphia on 18 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	18h 55m	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 30m	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Philadelphia on 19 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 40m	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 15m	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Philadelphia on 20 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 55m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 15m	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Philadelphia on 22 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 55m	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 15m	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Philadelphia on 24 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47bus per day

1d Average duration

1068 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 208 - R 4 708	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 479 - R 19 532	Average duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Philadelphia?

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
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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 Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 222 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87523 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 323

Greyhound Chicago Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was my first time riding bus the worst experience ever the bus was delayed an hour an half got to my next stop at 3in he morning next bus available wasn’t till 11:30 the next day I am disabled it was the worst

Rysheedna S.

25 August 2018

Bad communication, they are not helping, over booked that I have to miss my seat and two hours delay when.

Adesanmi A.

11 June 2018

The bus smelled and seats no cleaned. They should be shampooed after every trip to prevent bugs etc.

Daijah H.

17 July 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start at R 1 208. The average price for this route is around R 1 659. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 1068 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia produces an estimated 27 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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12208 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Philadelphia?
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

16/02

R 3 680

17/02

R 3 705

Today

R 3 935

19/02

R 3 312

20/02

R 1 885

21/02

R 1 287

22/02

R 1 885

23/02

R 1 574

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 21 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 287

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 287 to R 4 279 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 287, which is on 2026-02-21.

Usually Greyhound 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.