Next departures for Providence to Chicago on November 22
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Providence to Chicago on November 23
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Providence to Chicago on November 25
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Providence to Chicago on November 26
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Next departures for Providence to Chicago on November 28
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Providence (Canal St & Smith St)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Providence 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 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 5597 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $111
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Providence to Chicago by bus
What is the travel distance from Providence to Chicago?
The distance separating Providence and Chicago is 834 miles (1345 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Providence to Chicago?
The majority of buses traveling from Providence to Chicago start their journey at Providence Downtown and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Science and Industry, Lincoln Park Zoo, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), The Field Museum and Architectural River Cruise.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/19
$211
11/20
$97
Today
$234
11/22
$237
11/23
$149
11/24
$77
11/25
$256
11/26
$251
The cheapest trip from Providence to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $77
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Providence to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $344 for a bus ticket from Providence to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-11-24.
What's the cheapest way to go from Providence to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination