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Bus St. Petersburg to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus St. Petersburg to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$240
Average bus trip duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure6:30 AM
Distance1013 miles (1633 km)
Latest bus departure10:20 PM

St. Petersburg to Chicago Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures13
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:30AM - 10:20PM
Minimum Price$168
Average Ticket Price$240
Minimum Trip Duration1d4h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d6h
Distance1013 miles (1633 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip St. Petersburg - Chicago

The bus is the best choice to get to Chicago without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from St. Petersburg to Chicago is about 1d 6h, but you can get there in as little as 1d 4h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1006 miles (1623 km) that separate the two cities.

About 1006 miles (1623 km) separate St. Petersburg and Chicago.

You can choose from 13 travel times and travel with FlixBus. The number of buses from St. Petersburg to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from St. Petersburg 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 has you covered with departures starting at 6:30 AM and ending at 10:20 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from St. Petersburg to Chicago leave from Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $168.

The average price of a one-way ticket from St. Petersburg to Chicago is $240. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $168 to $405, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lincoln Park Conservatory, The Field Museum, Brookfield Zoo, Auditorium Building and Theatre and Grant Park.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from St. Petersburg to Chicago. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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 St. Petersburg and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from St. Petersburg to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Petersburg to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from St. Petersburg to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

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Bus from Chicago to St. Petersburg

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