How much is the bus ticket from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Chicago start from $128. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 St. Petersburg to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from St. Petersburg to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1002 miles (1616 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the St. Petersburg to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from St. Petersburg to Chicago at 11:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

A bus trip from St. Petersburg to Chicago generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Petersburg to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus St. Petersburg to Chicago from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Petersburg to Chicago on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	1d 15h	8:05am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	St Petersburg (Psta Transit Center)	1d 15h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:20pm	Central Ave N	1d 13h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:20pm	Central Ave N	1d 11h	8:05am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:20pm	Central Ave N	1d 12h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Get from St. Petersburg to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1002 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in St. Petersburg and Chicago?

Stops in St. Petersburg

A
Saint Petersburg Racetrack Bus Stop
2551 54th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714, USA
B
St Petersburg Bus Station
180 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Petersburg to Chicago start from $128. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 St. Petersburg to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from St. Petersburg to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1002 miles (1616 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the St. Petersburg to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from St. Petersburg to Chicago at 11:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
A bus trip from St. Petersburg to Chicago generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from St. Petersburg to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.