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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 7 atDeparture city: AustinDeparture location: Austin Eastside Bus PlazaArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 7 atDeparture city: AustinDeparture location: Austin Eastside Bus PlazaArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Vehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 7 atDeparture city: AustinDeparture location: Austin Eastside Bus PlazaArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Vehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Austin to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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The cheapest trip from Austin to Chicago was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $103To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $103 to $304 for a bus ticket from Austin to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-05-06.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Austin to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Austin to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.
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 Austin to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Austin to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
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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