Find coaches from Nashville, TN to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures from Nashville to Chicago on 30 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Get from Nashville to Chicago

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The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
10h 45mAverage duration
624 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Nashville, TN to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$75
Average bus trip duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure00:20
Distance624 km
Latest bus departure22:15

Nashville to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Nashville, TN - Chicago

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

    The bus ticket price from Nashville to Chicago starts at US$56. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Nashville 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 Nashville to Chicago?

    The average travel time between Nashville and Chicago is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 638 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Nashville to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Nashville to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Nashville to Chicago?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nashville to Chicago?

    Buses travelling between Nashville and Chicago leave from Greyhound Bus Station or Nashville Bus Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

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$80
29/10
US$51
Today
US$65
31/10
US$58
01/11
No data
02/11
US$58
03/11
US$56
04/11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nashville, TN to Chicago was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$51

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

You can expect to pay from US$51 to US$183 for a bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56, which is on 2025-11-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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 Nashville and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Nashville to Chicago.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Nashville to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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