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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Petersburg Transportation Center | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Petersburg Transportation Center | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Petersburg Transportation Center | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Petersburg Transportation Center | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Petersburg Transportation Center | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Chicago start from $110. The average price for this route is around $204. 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 Petersburg to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Petersburg to Chicago is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 631 miles (1018 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Petersburg to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Petersburg to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Petersburg to Chicago at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petersburg to Chicago?
A bus trip from Petersburg to Chicago generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $166To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Petersburg to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $166 to $244 for a bus ticket from Petersburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Petersburg to Chicago?
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