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TodayMar 29
from $205
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from $121
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from $116
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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

10:50PM
1d
11:15PM
Chicago - Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CheapestFastest
Houston - 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
Cheapest
Fastest
10:30PM
1d
11:15PM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
2nd Cheapest
Houston - 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
2nd Cheapest
6:00AM
1d6h
12:35PM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Houston - 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
10:25AM
1d8h
6:45PM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Houston - 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
6:50PM
1d3h
10:20PM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Houston - 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
Bus Chicago to Houston: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Houston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$144
Average bus trip duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure6:00 AM
Distance940 miles (1515 km)
Latest bus departure10:50 PM

Chicago to Houston Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures16
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:00AM - 10:50PM
Minimum Price$110
Average Ticket Price$144
Minimum Trip Duration1d
Average Bus Trip Duration1d6h
Distance940 miles (1515 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Houston

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from Chicago to Houston is about 1d 6h, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1d with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 939 miles (1514 km) that separate the two cities.

About 939 miles (1514 km) separate Chicago and Houston.

You can choose from 16 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses running from Chicago to Houston may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Chicago to Houston by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 6:00 AM and ending at 10:50 PM.

If you're headed to Houston from Chicago, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. $91 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Houston from Chicago.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Chicago to Houston is $144. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $91 and $461, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Houston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Hermann Park Conservancy, Houston Zoo, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, Children's Museum Of Houston and Downtown Aquarium.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Chicago to Houston. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03/27
$116
03/28
$121
Today
$140
03/30
No data
03/31
$135
04/01
No data
04/02
No data
04/03
$139
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Houston was searched and found on Mar 27, 2024 with a price of $116

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

You can expect to pay from $116 to $165 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Houston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $135 which is on 2024-03-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Houston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Houston.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Houston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Houston.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Houston?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1d 6hAvg Price$144Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time23h 20mAvg Price$208Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Chicago and Houston is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $144 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $91. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Houston, choose the bus, as it will take you from Chicago to Houston in about 23h 20m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Houston to Chicago

You can also go to Houston by train

Train from Chicago to Houston

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