Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 10 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 439, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Buffalo and Chicago
Stops in Buffalo
- B
Transportation Center
185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA - C
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Chicago start from DKK 383. The average price for this route is around DKK 517. 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 Buffalo to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Chicago is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 453 miles (730 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Chicago at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to Chicago?
A bus trip from Buffalo to Chicago generates an estimated 18.2498 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87579 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Buffalo to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of DKK 556To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Buffalo, NY to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from DKK 556 to DKK 1,032 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at DKK 556 which is on 2026-07-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Buffalo, NY to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
