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TodayApr 26
from $227
TomorrowApr 27
from $158
SunApr 28
from $147
MonApr 29
from $121
TueApr 30
from $127
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $227
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Glendale Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $229
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Glendale Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $274
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $278
Bus Phoenix to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Phoenix to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$194
Average bus trip duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure1:00 AM
Distance1447 miles (2333 km)
Latest bus departure11:20 PM

Phoenix to Chicago Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures20
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:00AM - 11:20PM
Minimum Price$154
Average Ticket Price$194
Minimum Trip Duration1d13h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d20h
Distance1447 miles (2333 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Phoenix - Chicago

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Chicago without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

Traveling from Phoenix to Chicago takes around 1d 20h on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1d 13h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1449 miles (2337 km) that separate the two cities.

Phoenix and Chicago are 1449 miles (2337 km) apart.

About 20 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses running from Phoenix to Chicago may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Phoenix to Chicago a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 1:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:20 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Phoenix to Chicago start their journey at N 27th Ave and wind up at Union Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Phoenix to Chicago by choosing to travel by bus. $118 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Chicago from Phoenix.

The bus ticket costs $194 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $118 and $658, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Museum of Contemporary Art, Navy Pier, Auditorium Building and Theatre and Grant Park.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Phoenix to Chicago. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

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The cheapest trip from Phoenix to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 24, 2024 with a price of $134

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

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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Chicago.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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