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Bus Ocala to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Ocala to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$250
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure10:35 AM
Distance919 miles (1482 km)
Latest bus departure10:25 PM

Ocala to Chicago Buses

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

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures12
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures10:35AM - 10:25PM
Minimum Price$130
Average Ticket Price$250
Minimum Trip Duration23h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d2h
Distance919 miles (1482 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ocala - Chicago

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Chicago without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Ocala to Chicago takes around 1d 2h, but you can get there in as little as 23h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 927 miles (1495 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Ocala and Chicago is 927 miles (1495 km).

About 12 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Ocala to Chicago may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Ocala to Chicago a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 10:35 AM and 10:25 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Ocala to Chicago start their journey at Ocala, FL and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $130 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Chicago from Ocala.

You can expect to pay around $250 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $130 and $316, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Robie House, Lake Michigan, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Lincoln Park Conservatory.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Ocala to Chicago. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

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 Ocala and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Ocala to Chicago.

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 Ocala to Chicago.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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Bus from Chicago to Ocala

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