Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Greyhound Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Greyhound Station | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Greyhound Station |
Get from Chicago to Silver Spring
The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Silver Spring?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Silver Spring start from $82. The average price for this route is around $105. 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 Silver Spring?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Silver Spring is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 590 miles (952 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Silver Spring route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Silver Spring?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Silver Spring at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Silver Spring?
A bus trip from Chicago to Silver Spring generates an estimated 23.775875 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 Silver Spring was searched and found on Jun 8, 2026 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Silver Spring, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $113 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Silver Spring based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-06-08.
