Bus from Ontario, CA to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Ontario to Chicago on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Montclair / Ontario / Claremont
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Montclair / Ontario / Claremont
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Amtrak
Ontario Station
Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Montclair (Ontario)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Montclair / Ontario / Claremont
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:33 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ontario to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 3hAverage Duration
1709 milesDistance
69kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$140 - $796Average Duration2d 3h
69kg CO₂e
Average Price$166 - $1,461Average Duration2d 19h
251kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ontario, CA 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Ontario to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Ontario to Chicago start from $140. The average price for this route is around $265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Ontario to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Ontario to Chicago is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1709 miles (2757 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Ontario to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ontario to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Ontario to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ontario to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Ontario to Chicago generates an estimated 69 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Ontario to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ontario to Chicago?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Ontario to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ontario to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.

Best price found
01/08
$310
01/09
No data
Today
$275
01/11
No data
01/12
No data
01/13
$310
01/14
$460
01/15
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ontario, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $275

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

You can expect to pay from $275 to $1,666 for a bus ticket from Ontario, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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