How much is the bus ticket from Hartford to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Chicago start at R 1 518. The average price for this route is around R 2 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Hartford to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Hartford to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1239 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Hartford to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Chicago at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Hartford to Chicago produces an estimated 31 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 Hartford to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hartford 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 Hartford to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Hartford to Chicago from R 1 566 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hartford to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	1d	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	1d	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	1d 3h	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	1d	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50	Harford Union Station	1d	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:45	Harford Union Station	1d 2h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Harford Union Station	1d 7h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hartford 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 1 day, 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 518, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1239 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 518 - R 8 239	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 571 - R 11 246	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 113kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Chicago?

Stops in Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

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

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 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 Hartford, CT 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 Hartford to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Chicago start at R 1 518. The average price for this route is around R 2 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hartford to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Hartford to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1239 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Hartford to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hartford to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Chicago at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hartford to Chicago?
A bus trip from Hartford to Chicago produces an estimated 31 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 Hartford to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hartford to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hartford 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 Hartford to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 2 530

14/12

R 1 954

Today

R 2 728

16/12

R 2 126

17/12

R 2 341

18/12

R 2 057

19/12

R 3 279

20/12

R 3 494

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 954

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 954 to R 4 510 for a bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 057, which is on 2025-12-18.