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Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL by bus

The journey from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL by bus is 2,805.02 km and takes 56 hrs 16 mins. There are 27 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:30 am and the last at 11:50 pm. It is possible to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as RM 532.84 or as much as RM 979.15. The best price for this journey is RM 532.84.

Lowest Price RM 532.84
Journey Duration 56 hrs 16 mins
Connection per Day 27
Lowest Price RM 532.84
Highest Price RM 979.15
First Departure 12:30 am
Last Departure 11:50 pm
Distance 2,805.02 km
Departure Los Angeles, CA
Arrival Chicago, IL
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL Bus Times

Departure date
Saturday, 17 May 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL

The cheapest Los Angeles, CA - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 668.46 if you’re lucky, or RM 967.88 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 1,115.04.

Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus

When travelling to Chicago, IL 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 Greyhound and FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL
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Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
196.35kg
Bus
210.38kg
Flight
561kg
Car
448.8kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL is RM 621.48. 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 532.84.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL is RM 532.84. 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 Los Angeles, CA and Chicago, IL by bus?
Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL is 2,805.02 km.
How long does the bus between Los Angeles, CA and Chicago, IL take?
Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL is on average 56 hrs 16 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 48 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL?
Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL has 27 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL departs at 12:30 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 Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL departs at 11:50 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 Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL 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 532.84 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Los Angeles, CA and Chicago, IL is 48 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Los Angeles, CA and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Chicago, IL creates 210.38kg of CO2 emissions.