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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Lawrence Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
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| Downtown Greyhound Station | Lawrence Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
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| 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
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| 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
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| Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
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| Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Lawrence Bus Stop | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lawrence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lawrence. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Lawrence
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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 Lawrence
- A
707 Vermont St
707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044, USA
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Lawrence, US 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 Lawrence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lawrence start from $71. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Lawrence?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Lawrence is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 447 miles (720 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lawrence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Lawrence?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lawrence at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence?
A bus trip from Chicago to Lawrence generates an estimated 17.9971 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lawrence, US was searched and found on Oct 21, 2026 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Lawrence, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $255 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lawrence, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-10-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lawrence, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
