How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Worth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Worth start from $89. The average price for this route is around $155. 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 Chicago to Fort Worth?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Fort Worth is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 822 miles (1326 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Fort Worth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Fort Worth at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Fort Worth generates an estimated 33 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 Chicago to Fort Worth?

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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Fort Worth?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Fort Worth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Fort Worth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Fort Worth from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 10m	7:40pm	Ft Worth Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 13h	11:55am	Fort Worth	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	18h 15m	7:45am	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 10m	7:40pm	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	8:20pm	Fort Worth	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	18h 15m	7:45am	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 10m	7:40pm	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 10h	8:20pm	Fort Worth	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	18h 15m	7:45am	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 14h	8:20pm	Fort Worth	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	2:00pm	Chicago, IL	1d 6h	8:30pm	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 13h	11:55am	Fort Worth	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	18h 15m	7:45am	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	7:40pm	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	2:00pm	Chicago, IL	1d 6h	8:30pm	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Fort Worth on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 20m	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago, IL	18h 15m	7:45am	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	7:30am	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 10m	7:40pm	Ft Worth Bus Station	No tags
Tornado Bus + Tornado Elite	Bus	2:00pm	Chicago, IL	1d 6h	8:30pm	Fort Worth, (TX - TBC Fort Worth)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Fort Worth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Fort Worth. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

822 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $346	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $721	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 121kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Fort Worth?

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

Stops in Fort Worth

A
Fort Worth Central Station
1001 Jones St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
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B
Fort Worth Tornado - El Expreso Bus Stop
4200 South Fwy #2500, Fort Worth, TX 76115, USA
C
Fort Worth Bus Station
4200 South Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76115, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago Fort Worth recent customer reviews

It was a bus full of disrespectful Venezuelans smoking in bathroom making noise playing music on there phone

Darrick S.

September 1, 2024

Tornado Bus

3/5157 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,2 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $253 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Fort Worth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Fort Worth start from $89. The average price for this route is around $155. 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 Chicago to Fort Worth?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Fort Worth is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 822 miles (1326 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Fort Worth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Fort Worth?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Fort Worth at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Fort Worth?
A bus trip from Chicago to Fort Worth generates an estimated 33 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 Chicago to Fort Worth?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Fort Worth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Fort Worth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Fort Worth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/27

$204

11/28

$237

Today

$252

11/30

$260

12/01

$215

12/02

$166

12/03

$139

12/04

$140

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Fort Worth was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $374 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Fort Worth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.