How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start at R 2 001. The average price for this route is around R 3 415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1338 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

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

A bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 33 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette to Chicago from R 2 126 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:20	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 9h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 12h	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	22:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 9h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	09:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 5h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:00	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	21:20	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	17:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 4h	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:50	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	1d 1h	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	02:00	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:30	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	1d 9h	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:35	Lafayette Transit System	1d 5h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:10 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette 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, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 001, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1338 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 001 - R 9 108	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 997 - R 17 148	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Chicago?

Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, 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

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 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 Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start at R 2 001. The average price for this route is around R 3 415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1338 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 33 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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

14/12

R 3 104

15/12

R 4 253

Today

R 4 184

17/12

R 4 081

18/12

R 2 898

19/12

No data

20/12

R 2 864

21/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Chicago was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 864

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 864 to R 4 801 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 864, which is on 2025-12-20.