How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Chicago start from $79. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Charleston to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 399 miles (643 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Chicago at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Chicago generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charleston to Chicago from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Chicago on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	14h 45m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest

Next departures for Charleston to Chicago on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	14h 45m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest

Next departures for Charleston to Chicago on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	14h 45m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Chicago on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	14h 45m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Chicago on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	14h 45m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 5h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston 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 14 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

14h 31mAverage Duration

400 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $188	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $457	Average Duration14h 31m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Chicago?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301
B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, 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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,474 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, 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 Charleston to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Chicago start from $79. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Charleston to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 399 miles (643 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Chicago at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Chicago?
A bus trip from Charleston to Chicago generates an estimated 16 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

01/01

$75

01/02

$91

Today

$111

01/04

$114

01/05

$77

01/06

$75

01/07

$75

01/08

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $185 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2026-01-06.