Find coaches from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago

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Next departures from Cleveland to Chicago on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Cleveland Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus
Cleveland Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Cleveland Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus
Cleveland Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Cleveland Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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busbud logoWe recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 7 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
7h 9mAverage duration
496 kmDistance
45kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$224Average duration10h 50m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$154Average duration7h 9m
45kg CO₂e

Bus Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$57
Average bus trip duration10h 50m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure02:35
Distance497 km
Latest bus departure16:50

Cleveland to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cleveland, OH, US - Chicago

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Cleveland to Chicago cost?

    The bus ticket price from Cleveland to Chicago starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cleveland to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Chicago?

    The average travel time between Cleveland and Chicago is around 10h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 497 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cleveland and Chicago?

    The number of buses from Cleveland to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Cleveland to Chicago?

    When taking the bus from Cleveland to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/10
US$50
30/10
US$52
Today
US$55
01/11
US$49
02/11
US$42
03/11
US$44
04/11
US$42
05/11
US$42
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$42

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

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$111 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-11-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cleveland and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cleveland to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cleveland to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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