How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from $91. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Charlottesville to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Chicago is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 552 miles (889 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.

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

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Chicago generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charlottesville to Chicago from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 25m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 20m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 45m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 1h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Chicago on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 1h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 20m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 55m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 45m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 25m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

23h 45mAverage Duration

552 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $445	Average Duration23h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$97 - $1,679	Average Duration22h 46m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Chicago?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

3.5/587,462 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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from $91. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Charlottesville to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Chicago is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 552 miles (889 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Chicago generates an estimated 22 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

12/27

$304

12/28

$334

Today

$281

12/30

$214

12/31

$142

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $142

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $334 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2025-12-31.