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Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus

The journey from Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus is 1,147.12 km and takes 27 hrs 14 mins. There are 79 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:45 am and the last at 7:40 pm. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus for as little as RM 461.94 or as much as RM 1,198.26. The best price for this journey is RM 461.94.

Lowest Price RM 461.94
Journey Duration 27 hrs 14 mins
Connection per Day 79
Lowest Price RM 461.94
Highest Price RM 1,198.26
First Departure 5:45 am
Last Departure 7:40 pm
Distance 1,147.12 km
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival New York, NY
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around RM 326.65 to RM 756.48 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 57% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to New York, NY

The cheapest Chicago, IL - New York, NY bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 455.19 if you’re lucky, or RM 574.28 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 658.25.

Find the best day to travel to New York, NY by bus

When travelling to New York, NY by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago, IL to New York, NY
Compare services on board when travelling from Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus.
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Chicago, IL to New York, NY CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
80.3kg
Bus
86.03kg
Flight
229.42kg
Car
183.54kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY is RM 678.31. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 461.94.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to New York, NY is RM 461.94. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and New York, NY by bus?
Chicago, IL to New York, NY is 1,147.12 km.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and New York, NY take?
Chicago, IL to New York, NY is on average 27 hrs 14 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 19 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to New York, NY is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
Chicago, IL to New York, NY has 79 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to New York, NY leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to New York, NY departs at 5:45 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to New York, NY depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to New York, NY departs at 7:40 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to New York, NY in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 461.94 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to New York, NY.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and New York, NY is 19 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to New York, NY?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and New York, NY.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to New York, NY by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to New York, NY creates 86.03kg of CO2 emissions.