How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Chicago start from $135. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Burlington to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Chicago is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 747 miles (1204 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Burlington 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 Burlington to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Chicago at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Chicago?

A bus trip from Burlington to Chicago generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Burlington to Chicago from $129 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Burlington to Chicago on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	1d 8h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	1d 12h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25am	Downtown Transit Centre	1d 21h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	Downtown Transit Centre	1d 11h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

746 milesDistance

109kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$135 - $576	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$108 - $299	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 109kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Chicago?

Stops in Burlington

A
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
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B
Burlington Airport
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C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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

3.5/587,426 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, US 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 Burlington to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Chicago start from $135. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Burlington to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Burlington to Chicago is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 747 miles (1204 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Burlington 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 Burlington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Chicago at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Chicago?
A bus trip from Burlington to Chicago generates an estimated 30 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.

Best price found

12/08

$129

12/09

$205

Today

$129

12/11

$130

12/12

$129

12/13

$136

12/14

$130

12/15

$129

The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $227 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-12-12.