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Bus Montclair to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Montclair to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$271
Average bus trip duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure1:30 AM
Distance1709 miles (2756 km)
Latest bus departure7:35 PM

Montclair to Chicago Buses

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Montclair, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures19
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:30AM - 7:35PM
Minimum Price$190
Average Ticket Price$271
Minimum Trip Duration2d1h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d15h
Distance1709 miles (2756 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Montclair - Chicago

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Chicago without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Montclair to Chicago is about 2d 15h, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 2d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1711 miles (2759 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Montclair and Chicago is 1711 miles (2759 km).

About 19 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from Montclair to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Montclair to Chicago by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 1:30 AM and 7:35 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Montclair to Chicago leave from Moreno St and arrive at Union Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $190 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Chicago from Montclair.

You can expect to pay around $271 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $190 to $730, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lake Michigan, Lincoln Park Zoo, Museum of Science and Industry, Museum of Contemporary Art and Shedd Aquarium.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Montclair to Chicago. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

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 Montclair and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Montclair to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Montclair to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Montclair to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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