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TodayApr 27
from $167
TomorrowApr 28
from $131
MonApr 29
from $109
TueApr 30
from $97
WedMay 1
ThuMay 2
from $109
FriMay 3
SatMay 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $167
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $177
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $201
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $201
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $201
Bus Atlanta to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Atlanta to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$108
Average bus trip duration16h 20m
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure12:15 AM
Distance578 miles (931 km)
Latest bus departure10:00 PM

Atlanta to Chicago Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures20
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:15AM - 10:00PM
Minimum Price$75
Average Ticket Price$108
Minimum Trip Duration13h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration16h20m
Distance578 miles (931 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Atlanta - Chicago

The bus is the best choice to get to Chicago without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The travel time from Atlanta to Chicago is about 16h 20m, but you can get there in as little as 13h 35m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 587 miles (947 km) that separate the two cities.

About 587 miles (947 km) separate Atlanta and Chicago.

You can choose from 20 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Atlanta to Chicago may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Atlanta to Chicago as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 12:15 AM and ending at 10:00 PM.

If you're headed to Chicago from Atlanta, chances are that your bus will leave from Atlanta Airport and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Atlanta to Chicago by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $74.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Chicago is $108. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $74 and $307, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Conservatory, Auditorium Building and Theatre, Architectural River Cruise and Willis Tower (Sears Tower).

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Atlanta to Chicago. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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04/25
$68
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$81
The cheapest trip from Atlanta to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 25, 2024 with a price of $68

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

You can expect to pay from $68 to $106 for a bus ticket from Atlanta to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2024-05-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Atlanta to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Atlanta to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Atlanta to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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