How much is the bus ticket from Las Vegas to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Las Vegas to Chicago start from $150. The average price for this route is around $248. 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 Las Vegas to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Las Vegas to Chicago is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1515 miles (2444 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Las Vegas to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Las Vegas to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Las Vegas to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Las Vegas to Chicago?

A bus trip from Las Vegas to Chicago generates an estimated 61 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Las Vegas to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Las Vegas to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Las Vegas to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Las Vegas to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Las Vegas to Chicago from $189 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Las Vegas to Chicago on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:10am	Henderson (Galleria at Sunset)	2d 20h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	9:15pm	South Strip Transfer Terminal	1d 15h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	9:00pm	LAS McCarran Airport	1d 15h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:45pm	Strip	2d 11h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:40pm	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	2d 10h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Las Vegas to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:10am	Henderson (Galleria at Sunset)	3d 2h	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	12:35am	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	1d 14h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	9:00pm	LAS McCarran Airport	1d 15h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15am	Strip	2d 15h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:40pm	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	2d 10h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Las Vegas to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:40pm	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	2d 10h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	12:35am	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	1d 14h	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	9:00pm	LAS McCarran Airport	1d 15h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:15am	Strip	2d 14h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	12:35am	Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal	2d 5h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:44 PM PST.

Get from Las Vegas to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

2d 14hAverage Duration

1515 milesDistance

61kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Las Vegas and Chicago?

Stops in Las Vegas

A
South Strip Transfer Terminal
6675 Gilespie Street, Las Vegas, NV 89119, USA
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B
Edmond Town Center
931 W Owens Ave #135, Las Vegas, NV 89106, USA
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C
Las Vegas Airport
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D
Harrahs Casino
3475 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
E
Caesar's Palace
3 Jay Sarno Way, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
F
1st St
Downtown Las Vegas (1st St), Las Vegas, NV 89101, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Las Vegas Chicago recent customer reviews

The overall experience was fine. However, all of my under-the-bus luggage was lost, so I'm pretty bummed about that.

Lilyann G.

June 2, 2021

very bad experience. The hygiene was very bad the bathroom was very dirty and the whole bus smelled nasty because how dirty the bathroom was.

Ildelisa S.

April 12, 2021

I couldn't charger my phone and i was put off at a diffrent lication than whats on my ticket

Willie D.

September 9, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Las Vegas, NV, US 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 Las Vegas to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Las Vegas to Chicago start from $150. The average price for this route is around $248. 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 Las Vegas to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Las Vegas to Chicago is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 1515 miles (2444 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Las Vegas to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Las Vegas to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Las Vegas to Chicago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Las Vegas to Chicago?
A bus trip from Las Vegas to Chicago generates an estimated 61 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Las Vegas to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Las Vegas to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Las Vegas to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Las Vegas to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$320

11/27

$168

Today

$225

11/29

$250

11/30

$206

12/01

$256

12/02

$237

12/03

$200

The cheapest trip from Las Vegas, NV, US to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $168

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Las Vegas, NV, US to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $168 to $2,021 for a bus ticket from Las Vegas, NV, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.