How much is the bus ticket from Harrisburg to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Chicago start at R 1 362. The average price for this route is around R 2 360. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Harrisburg to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Harrisburg to Chicago is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 920 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Harrisburg to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Chicago at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

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

A bus trip from Harrisburg to Chicago produces an estimated 23 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 Harrisburg to Chicago?

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 Harrisburg to Chicago?

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 Harrisburg to Chicago?

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 Harrisburg to Chicago?

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 Harrisburg to Chicago from R 1 531 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 10m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	20h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 10m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 10m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	20h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 30m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 20m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 30m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 20m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 30m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 20m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 30m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 20m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 30m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:15	Harrisburg Bus Station	14h 45m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:30	Harrisburg Bus Station	18h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:50	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h 20m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	14:40	Harrisburg Bus Station	16h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:45 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 362, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

18h 10mAverage duration

920 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 362 - R 6 471	Average duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 766 - R 14 228	Average duration20h 36m	CO₂ emissions 84kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Harrisburg and Chicago?

Stops in Harrisburg

A
Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station
411 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 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 Harrisburg to Chicago 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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Chicago start at R 1 362. The average price for this route is around R 2 360. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Harrisburg to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Harrisburg to Chicago is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 920 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Harrisburg to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Harrisburg to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Chicago at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harrisburg to Chicago?
A bus trip from Harrisburg to Chicago produces an estimated 23 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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
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 Harrisburg to Chicago?
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 1 961

14/12

R 4 352

Today

R 2 701

16/12

R 2 374

17/12

R 1 961

18/12

R 2 150

19/12

R 2 030

20/12

R 2 082

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 961

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 961 to R 4 782 for a bus ticket from Harrisburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 961, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.