Bus from Waco to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Waco to Chicago on December 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
WACO, TX
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
WACO, TX
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
WACO, TX
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
1020 S 5th St - Waco S.
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
WACO, TX
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:58 PM CST.

Get from Waco to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
883 milesDistance
36kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Waco 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Waco to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Waco to Chicago start from $137. The average price for this route is around $197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Waco to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Waco to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 883 miles (1424 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Waco to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Waco to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Waco to Chicago at 10:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Waco to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Waco to Chicago generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Waco to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Waco to Chicago?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Waco 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Waco to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/14
No data
12/15
$192
Today
$153
12/17
$145
12/18
$141
12/19
No data
12/20
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12/21
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Waco to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $141

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Waco to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $141 to $241 for a bus ticket from Waco to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2025-12-18.

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