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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Abilene Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Abilene Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Abilene Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Abilene Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Abilene Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Abilene to Chicago
The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Abilene and Chicago?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Abilene, TX to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Abilene to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Abilene to Chicago start from $140. The average price for this route is around $285. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Abilene to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Abilene to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 919 miles (1482 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Abilene to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Abilene to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Abilene to Chicago at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Abilene to Chicago?
A bus trip from Abilene to Chicago generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Abilene, TX to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Abilene, TX to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $201 to $327 for a bus ticket from Abilene, TX to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $201 which is on 2026-01-09.
