How much is the bus ticket from New Haven to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Chicago start from PEN 282. The average price for this route is around PEN 393. 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 New Haven to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 759 miles (1224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Haven to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Chicago at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Chicago?

A bus trip from New Haven to Chicago generates an estimated 30.595225 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 New Haven 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 87532 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Haven to Chicago from PEN 276 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Haven to Chicago on April 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	1d 4h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	5:55pm	New Haven	20h 30m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:30am	New Haven	1d 1h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	New Haven	1d 8h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	New Haven Bus Station	23h 25m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:10 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Haven to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1d Average Duration

759 milesDistance

111kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 282 - PEN 981	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 469 - PEN 7,832	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Haven and Chicago?

Stops in New Haven

A
Union Station Garage
38 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519, USA
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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

3.5/587,539 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

3.5/512,495 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Chicago start from PEN 282. The average price for this route is around PEN 393. 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 New Haven to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from New Haven to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 759 miles (1224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Haven to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Chicago at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Chicago?
A bus trip from New Haven to Chicago generates an estimated 30.595225 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 New Haven 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 87532 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Haven to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

04/16

PEN 340

04/17

PEN 407

Today

PEN 576

04/19

PEN 631

04/20

No data

04/21

PEN 345

04/22

PEN 357

04/23

PEN 339

The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 23, 2026 with a price of PEN 339

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 339 to PEN 839 for a bus ticket from New Haven, CT to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 339 which is on 2026-04-23.

Usually FlixBus 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.