Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus
| Modesto Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Modesto Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
| Bus
| Modesto Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus
| Modesto | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Modesto | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd |
Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Modesto and Chicago
Stops in Modesto
- A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354 - B
Lukyds Travel
920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA - C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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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 Modesto 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 Modesto to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Modesto to Chicago start from $140. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Modesto to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Modesto to Chicago is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 1782 miles (2874 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Modesto to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Modesto to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Modesto to Chicago at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Modesto to Chicago?
A bus trip from Modesto to Chicago generates an estimated 71.82965000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Modesto to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 15, 2026 with a price of $156To 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 $156 to $200 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 $156 which is on 2026-10-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Modesto to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
