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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Searcy (Flash Market #7 Citgo) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Searcy (Flash Market #7 Citgo) | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Searcy (Flash Market #7 Citgo) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Searcy
The journey takes about 19 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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 Searcy 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 Searcy?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Searcy start from $127. The average price for this route is around $159. 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 Searcy?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Searcy is 19h 5m, covering a distance of 499 miles (804 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Searcy route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Searcy?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Searcy at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Searcy?
A bus trip from Chicago to Searcy generates an estimated 20 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 Searcy was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $104To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Searcy, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $104 to $232 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Searcy based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-05.
