Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sinclair 6th St & 2nd Av SW | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags |
Get from Rochester to Chicago
The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 158,080, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Chicago?
Stops in Rochester
- ASinclair Fuel Stop, 205 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 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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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, MN, US 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 Rochester to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Chicago start from CLP 158,080. The average price for this route is around CLP 158,080. 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 Rochester to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Rochester to Chicago is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 285 miles (460 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Chicago at 3:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Chicago?
A bus trip from Rochester to Chicago generates an estimated 11.476725 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 Rochester, MN, US to Chicago was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of CLP 154,037To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rochester, MN, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CLP 154,037 to CLP 154,037 for a bus ticket from Rochester, MN, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 154,037 which is on 2026-05-02.
