How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start from $74. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 662 miles (1068 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia generates an estimated 27 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 Philadelphia?

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 87522 reviews.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Chicago to Philadelphia from $79 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Chicago to Philadelphia on February 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 50m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	1:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	8:10am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 15m	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No 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 1 day, 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

662 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $299	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$91 - $1,192	Average Duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Chicago Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was my first time riding bus the worst experience ever the bus was delayed an hour an half got to my next stop at 3in he morning next bus available wasn’t till 11:30 the next day I am disabled it was the worst

Rysheedna S.

August 25, 2018

Bad communication, they are not helping, over booked that I have to miss my seat and two hours delay when.

Adesanmi A.

June 11, 2018

The bus smelled and seats no cleaned. They should be shampooed after every trip to prevent bugs etc.

Daijah H.

July 17, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512,219 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start from $74. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Philadelphia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 662 miles (1068 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia generates an estimated 27 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 Philadelphia?
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 87522 reviews.
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.
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.
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

02/14

$211

02/15

$216

Today

$225

02/17

$226

02/18

$212

02/19

$118

02/20

$115

02/21

$79

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $79

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 $79 to $264 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 $79 which is on 2026-02-21.

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.