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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Mount Vernon to Chicago
The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mount Vernon, IL 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 Mount Vernon to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Mount Vernon to Chicago start from $61. The average price for this route is around $148. 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 Mount Vernon to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Mount Vernon to Chicago is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 252 miles (406 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Mount Vernon to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mount Vernon to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Mount Vernon to Chicago at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 3:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mount Vernon to Chicago?
A bus trip from Mount Vernon to Chicago generates an estimated 10 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 Mount Vernon to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Mount Vernon to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Mount Vernon to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mount Vernon to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Mount Vernon, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $134To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mount Vernon, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $134 to $261 for a bus ticket from Mount Vernon, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-11-30.
