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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Truckee to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Truckee 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 Truckee to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Truckee to Chicago start from $227. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Truckee to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Truckee to Chicago is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1705 miles (2749 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Truckee to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Truckee to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Truckee to Chicago at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Truckee to Chicago?
A bus trip from Truckee to Chicago generates an estimated 69 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 Truckee to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $219To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Truckee to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $219 to $266 for a bus ticket from Truckee to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $219 which is on 2026-02-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Truckee to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
