How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Chicago start at R 1 219. The average price for this route is around R 2 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 989 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Chicago at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Chicago produces an estimated 25 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 Richmond 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 5733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond to Chicago from R 1 013 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 18 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 55m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	23:10	Henrico	1d 2h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:30	Henrico	23h 35m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 19 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25	Henrico	1d 6h	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 55m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	23:10	Henrico	1d 2h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 20 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	21:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 55m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 8h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 21 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 10h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	22h 15m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	21:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	23h 55m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 22 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 55m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d 1h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	1d 16h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	10:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	20h 20m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	22h 15m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:10	Henrico	1d 2h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	10:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	20h 20m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	20h 50m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Chicago on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 50m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	10:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	20h 20m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	11:30	Main Street Station	22h 15m	08:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	22h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	08:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	1d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:08 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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, 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

1d Average duration

989 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 219 - R 7 002	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 454 - R 29 646	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Chicago?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
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E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
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F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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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
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 093 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 511 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Chicago start at R 1 219. The average price for this route is around R 2 190. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 989 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Chicago at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Chicago?
A bus trip from Richmond to Chicago produces an estimated 25 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 Richmond 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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

16/01

R 2 871

17/01

R 2 829

Today

R 2 483

19/01

R 3 470

20/01

R 2 069

21/01

R 1 866

22/01

R 1 925

23/01

R 1 942

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 866

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 866 to R 10 470 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 866, which is on 2026-01-21.

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.