Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Petersburg.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to PetersburgAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 23 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Petersburg: Trip Overview
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Chicago to Petersburg Bus
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Chicago to Petersburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Petersburg
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Petersburg was searched and found on May 27, 2025 with a price of $192To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Petersburg, as early as possible.
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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 Petersburg!
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 Petersburg.
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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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 Petersburg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
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