How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from Washington to Chicago starts at US$54. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington 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!

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Chicago?

The average travel time between Washington and Chicago is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 17h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 958 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Chicago?

The number of buses from Washington to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 42 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Chicago?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Chicago?

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

Bus Washington to Chicago from US$54 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:45	Union Station	22h 5m	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:00	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 6h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:35	Union Station	18h 15m	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	09:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	05:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	05:00	Union Station	19h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	19:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	05:00	Union Station	19h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	10:45	Union Station	22h 5m	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d 7h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d 7h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	21h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d 7h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:00	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	1d 2h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d 7h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Chicago on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:00	Union Station	20h 5m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d 7h	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	05:00	Union Station	19h 35m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:45	Union Station	20h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:59 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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, 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

1d Average duration

948 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$54 - US$363	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$75 - US$1 565	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e

Bus Washington, DC, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$90

Average bus trip duration1d

Number of daily buses42

Earliest bus departure01:00

Distance948 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 18 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$54

Greyhound Washington Chicago recent customer reviews

This was DEFINITELY the WORST traveling experience i will ever have, bus came 4 hours late on two different trips

Kareem A.

28 November 2019

The ride in itself was not bad, but the timing was terrible. My last connection drive was lost causing a three hour delay. The driver also made and unplanned stop and left passengers. It was the worst. Never again.

Kylah M.

17 May 2019

The bus broke during the night. We stayed 6 hours in an autogrill waiting for someone that comes to rescue us. Than we arrive to Pittsburg and they gave us a new schedule for the next day. Take the plane really

Luigi R.

14 August 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 557 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Washington to Chicago Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Chicago?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Chicago

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Chicago starts at US$54. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington 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!
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Chicago?
The average travel time between Washington and Chicago is around 1d , although the fastest bus will take about 17h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 958 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Chicago?
The number of buses from Washington to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 42 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Chicago?
When taking the bus from Washington to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Chicago?
Buses travelling between Washington and Chicago leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle 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

29/10

US$99

30/10

US$115

Today

US$112

01/11

US$87

02/11

US$90

03/11

US$68

04/11

US$60

05/11

US$57

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Chicago was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$57

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

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$2 065 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57, which is on 2025-11-05.

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.

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 Washington 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 Washington to Chicago.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d	Avg priceUS$90	Daily departures42
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d	Avg priceUS$153	Daily departures3

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