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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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| Riverside Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Riverside Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
| UC Riverside | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
| UC Riverside | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
| UC Riverside | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
| UC Riverside | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Riverside and Chicago
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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Based on 6575 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 $159
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Chicago start from $154. The average price for this route is around $267. 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 Riverside to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Riverside to Chicago is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 1694 miles (2732 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Chicago at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Chicago?
A bus trip from Riverside to Chicago generates an estimated 68.299025 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 19, 2026 with a price of $152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $152 to $1,945 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2026-10-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
