Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Topeka.
Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to TopekaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 14 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Topeka: Trip Overview
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Chicago to Topeka Bus
Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Topeka. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
Bus service from Chicago to Topeka will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Chicago to Topeka, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Topeka was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Topeka, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $131 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-05-04.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Topeka!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Topeka, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Topeka that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Topeka, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
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