Next departures for Modesto to Chicago on November 22
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Modesto Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Modesto
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Modesto Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Modesto Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Modesto Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $170, 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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Modesto to Chicago by bus
What is the travel distance from Modesto to Chicago?
The distance between the two cities is 1781 miles (2873 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Chicago?
The majority of buses traveling from Modesto to Chicago start their journey at Modesto Bus Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel 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 Auditorium Building and Theatre, Lincoln Park Zoo, Lake Michigan, Willis Tower (Sears Tower) and Robie House.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/19
$583
11/20
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Today
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11/22
$556
11/23
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11/24
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11/25
$340
11/26
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The cheapest trip from Modesto to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $340
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Modesto to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $340 to $615 for a bus ticket from Modesto to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $340 which is on 2025-11-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Modesto to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Modesto to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $340
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
