How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago start at R 2 194. The average price for this route is around R 3 165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Chicago at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago produces an estimated 70 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago from R 3 016 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55	Union Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55	Union Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 23 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 6h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55	Union Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Chicago on 24 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	16:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55	Union Station	3d 1h	16:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

2d 6hAverage duration

2808 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 194 - R 8 630	Average duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 636 - R 22 576	Average duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Chicago?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, 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

3.5/587 435 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 631 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 Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago start at R 2 194. The average price for this route is around R 3 165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 2808 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Chicago at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago produces an estimated 70 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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

15/12

R 6 496

16/12

R 6 823

Today

R 6 496

18/12

R 6 058

19/12

R 5 225

20/12

R 5 414

21/12

R 4 932

22/12

R 4 537

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Chicago was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 537

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 537 to R 60 307 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 537, which is on 2025-12-22.

Usually Amtrak 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.