How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Chicago start from $153. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Palm Springs to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to Chicago is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1657 miles (2672 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Chicago route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palm Springs to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Chicago at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Chicago?

A bus trip from Palm Springs to Chicago generates an estimated 67 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 Palm Springs 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to Chicago?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Palm Springs 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palm Springs 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.

Bus Palm Springs to Chicago from $1,471 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Palm Springs to Chicago on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	2d 22h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	1d 22h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
2:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	1d 22h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
2:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	2d 22h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:51 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs 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, 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 8hAverage Duration

1657 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$153 - $441	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$336 - $1,974	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 243kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and Chicago?

Stops in Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, 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

Amtrak

4/55,654 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,640 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Chicago start from $153. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Palm Springs to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to Chicago is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 1657 miles (2672 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palm Springs to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Chicago at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Chicago?
A bus trip from Palm Springs to Chicago generates an estimated 67 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 Palm Springs 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Palm Springs 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palm Springs 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.

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$1,471

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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $216

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

You can expect to pay from $216 to $1,546 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,471 which is on 2025-12-19.