How far is Chicago from Saint Paul?

Chicago and Saint Paul are 347 miles (559 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Saint Paul?

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Saint Paul leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Union Depot. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Chicago to Saint Paul from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	11:55pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	3:10pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	11:55pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	3:10pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:10pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	3:10pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:10pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	3:10pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:10pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	5:55am	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:10pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:45pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 10m	11:55pm	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Saint Paul on October 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	3:10pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	5:55am	Union Depot	Fastest
	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	8:40am	Union Depot	No tags
	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	6:05pm	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	3:10pm	Union Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:43 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Saint Paul.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $118	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$47 - $194	Average Duration7h 51m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Saint Paul

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

8h 55mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Saint Paul, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$63

Average bus trip duration8h 55m

Number of daily buses13

Earliest bus departure12:35am

Distance353 miles (569 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,307 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 Saint Paul recent customer reviews

Love Greyhound never had a problem until this last trip... had mechanical issues

Deborah C.

February 12, 2019

Bus was 2 hours and 10 minutes late--no warning email, text, or phone call, and the bustracker was down for the first hour and 45 minutes. But the driver himself was efficient and friendly enough once we got on board.

Dana S.

August 24, 2018

I didn’t get on the bus i feel robbed that was my last money

Zake C.

January 14, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/510,828 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

Amtrak

4/55,509 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5509 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $79

Amtrak Chicago Saint Paul recent customer reviews

It was really cold and there always no heat for the whole trip , really upset

Ibrahim A.

January 16, 2024

To bad experience guys delay it 2 times and decide to go with airplane

Jean Paul M.

June 17, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Chicago to Saint Paul Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Saint Paul?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Saint Paul

A - Union Depot

B - 178 Cesar Chavez St

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Saint Paul, US

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/07

$55

10/08

$62

Today

$62

10/10

$68

10/11

$55

10/12

$60

10/13

$55

10/14

$55

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $117 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-10-11.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Chicago to Saint Paul.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Saint Paul, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Saint Paul that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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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 Saint Paul, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 55m	Avg Price$63	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 51m	Avg Price$71	Daily Departures4

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Saint Paul, US to Chicago

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Train from Chicago to Saint Paul, US

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