Busbud recommends taking the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Amtrak Kalamazoo Chicago recent customer reviews
Such a pleasant trip into Chicago…clean, comfortable and so much easier than driving in big city traffic and hunting for decent parking!
5 out of 5 stars
Katharine M.
Miserable they ruined my whole trip I had no other options for getting to chicago and my plane tickets are nonrefundable I missed a good friend's wedding because their bus just decided to not show up
1 out of 5 stars
Nicholas C.
The bus didn’t show up. Greyhound was supposed to have two busses show and only one showed. So a whole bus did not get to get on the bus. I had to rent a car.
Based on 5410 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 $85
Amtrak Kalamazoo Chicago recent customer reviews
Such a pleasant trip into Chicago…clean, comfortable and so much easier than driving in big city traffic and hunting for decent parking!
5 out of 5 stars
Katharine M.
Miserable they ruined my whole trip I had no other options for getting to chicago and my plane tickets are nonrefundable I missed a good friend's wedding because their bus just decided to not show up
1 out of 5 stars
Nicholas C.
The bus didn’t show up. Greyhound was supposed to have two busses show and only one showed. So a whole bus did not get to get on the bus. I had to rent a car.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Kalamazoo - Chicago
What is the travel distance from Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The distance separating Kalamazoo and Chicago is 110 miles (178 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kalamazoo to Chicago?
The majority of buses traveling from Kalamazoo to Chicago start their journey at Kalamazoo Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Zoo, Robie House, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Auditorium Building and Theatre.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/19
$24
08/20
$24
Today
$28
08/22
$25
08/23
$23
08/24
$24
08/25
$23
08/26
$21
The cheapest trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $21
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kalamazoo to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $48 for a bus ticket from Kalamazoo to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-08-26.
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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 Kalamazoo and Chicago!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Kalamazoo to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Kalamazoo to Chicago.
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.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago
The cheapest trip from Kalamazoo to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $21
