Bus from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on June 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Philadelphia Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Philadelphia Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just A$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day
22h 55mAverage Duration
661 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceA$116 - A$443Average Duration22h 55m
27kg CO₂e
Average PriceA$132 - A$763Average Duration21h 58m
97kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start from A$116. The average price for this route is around A$154. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Philadelphia is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 661 miles (1066 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia generates an estimated 26.6251 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12712 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
06/06
A$267
06/07
A$226
Today
A$235
06/09
A$225
06/10
A$163
06/11
A$190
06/12
A$156
06/13
A$156
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of A$156

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

You can expect to pay from A$156 to A$433 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$156 which is on 2026-06-12.

Usually Greyhound 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA?

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