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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Gainesville (Chevron) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus
| Gainesville (Chevron) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
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| Gainesville (Chevron) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
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| Gainesville (Chevron) | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $122, 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 Gainesville, TX to Chicago 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 Gainesville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Chicago start from $122. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Gainesville to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Chicago is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 765 miles (1234 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Chicago at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Chicago generates an estimated 30.840400000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 16, 2026 with a price of $124To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, TX to Chicago, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, TX to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
