Find coaches from Long Beach, CA to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures from Long Beach to Chicago on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Long Beach Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Long Beach Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Get from Long Beach to Chicago

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The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 4hAverage duration
2812 kmDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Long Beach, CA to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$231
Average bus trip duration2d 4h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure09:35
Distance2812 km
Latest bus departure20:35

Long Beach to Chicago Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Long Beach to Chicago from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Long Beach, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Long Beach, CA - Chicago

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

    The bus ticket price from Long Beach to Chicago starts at US$172. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Chicago?

    The average travel time between Long Beach and Chicago is around 2d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 23h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2817 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Long Beach to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Long Beach to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Long Beach to Chicago?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$178
29/10
US$180
Today
US$227
31/10
US$197
01/11
US$185
02/11
US$209
03/11
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04/11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Long Beach, CA to Chicago was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$178

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

You can expect to pay from US$178 to US$257 for a bus ticket from Long Beach, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$185, which is on 2025-11-01.

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 Long Beach and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Long Beach to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Long Beach to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Long Beach 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.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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