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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Topeka
    Departure location: Topeka
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $66
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Topeka
    Departure location: Topeka
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $82
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Topeka
    Departure location: Topeka
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Topeka
    Departure location: Topeka
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Topeka
    Departure location: Topeka
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $139
Bus Topeka to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Topeka to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$91
Average bus trip duration16h 5m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure6:15 AM
Distance464 miles (748 km)
Latest bus departure4:55 PM

Topeka to Chicago Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:15AM - 4:55PM
Minimum Price$71
Average Ticket Price$91
Minimum Trip Duration13h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration16h5m
Distance464 miles (748 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Topeka - Chicago

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Chicago. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Topeka to Chicago is about 16h 5m, although the fastest bus will take 13h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 464 miles (748 km) that separate the two cities.

Topeka and Chicago are 464 miles (748 km) apart.

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses from Topeka to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Topeka to Chicago by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 6:15 AM for the initial departure and runs until 4:55 PM for the final departure.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $63.

The bus ticket costs $91 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $63 to $301, 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 The Field Museum, Auditorium Building and Theatre, Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier and Lincoln Park Zoo.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Topeka to Chicago. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Topeka to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Topeka to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Topeka to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Topeka to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time16h 5mAvg Price$91Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time10h 10mAvg Price$95Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Topeka and Chicago is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $91 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $63. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Chicago, choose the bus, as it will take you from Topeka to Chicago in about 10h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Topeka by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Topeka

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Topeka to Chicago

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