How much is the bus ticket from Utica to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start at R 1 796. The average price for this route is around R 2 663. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Utica to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1029 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 07:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Utica to Chicago produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Utica to Chicago from R 2 231 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:55	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Utica to Chicago on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:10	Utica Bus Stop	1d 12h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:00	Utica Bus Stop	1d 7h	23:00	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40	Utica Bus Stop	1d 8h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:10	Utica Bus Stop	1d 14h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Utica 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, 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 796, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 6hAverage duration

1029 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 796 - R 8 069	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 354 - R 4 125	Average duration14h 22m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Utica and Chicago?

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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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
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

Based on 87435 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 345

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utica, NY 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 Utica to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start at R 1 796. The average price for this route is around R 2 663. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Utica to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1029 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Utica to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 07:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Utica to Chicago?
A bus trip from Utica to Chicago produces an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 2 986

16/12

R 2 815

Today

R 3 741

18/12

R 3 012

19/12

R 3 132

20/12

R 3 827

21/12

R 5 286

22/12

R 4 325

The cheapest trip from Utica, NY to Chicago was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 815

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 815 to R 5 286 for a bus ticket from Utica, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 012, which is on 2025-12-18.