How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start at R 1 561. The average price for this route is around R 2 431. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1375 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Chicago at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago produces an estimated 34 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 Jacksonville 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 87522 reviews.

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

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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Chicago from R 1 501 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 18 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 19 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:25	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 20 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Chicago on 24 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 2h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:25	Jacksonville Bus Station	23h 45m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 3h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville 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, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1375 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 561 - R 5 523	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 092 - R 9 902	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Chicago?

Stops in Jacksonville

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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B
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, 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

3.5/587 523 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 1 643

Greyhound Jacksonville Chicago recent customer reviews

Solo la demora en una de las estaciones que por conexión me ocasionó otra demora y llegue muy tarde a mi destino final

Fernando S.

8 December 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512 219 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Chicago start at R 1 561. The average price for this route is around R 2 431. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Jacksonville to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Jacksonville to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1375 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Chicago at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago produces an estimated 34 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 Jacksonville 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 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville to Chicago?
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 Jacksonville 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

14/02

R 4 085

15/02

R 3 412

Today

R 3 576

17/02

R 3 626

18/02

R 3 511

19/02

R 1 838

20/02

R 2 166

21/02

R 3 019

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 838

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 838 to R 4 430 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 838, which is on 2026-02-19.

Usually FlixBus, 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.