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10/03/2026
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New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus

The journey from New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus is 1,147.12 km and takes 26 hrs 18 mins. There are 69 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:50 am and the last at 11:45 pm. It is possible to travel from New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as RM 349.40 or as much as RM 1,104.62. The best price for this journey is RM 349.40.

Lowest Price RM 349.40
Journey Duration 26 hrs 18 mins
Connection per Day 69
Lowest Price RM 349.40
Highest Price RM 1,104.62
First Departure 5:50 am
Last Departure 11:45 pm
Distance 1,147.12 km
Departure New York, NY
Arrival Chicago, IL
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 343.51 to RM 791.78 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 57% on your trip!

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 FlixBus and Greyhound from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus.
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New York, NY to Chicago, IL 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 New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from New York, NY to Chicago, IL is RM 525.02. 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 349.40.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from New York, NY to Chicago, IL is RM 349.40. 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 New York, NY and Chicago, IL by bus?
New York, NY to Chicago, IL is 1,147.12 km.
How long does the bus between New York, NY and Chicago, IL take?
New York, NY to Chicago, IL is on average 26 hrs 18 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 19 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from New York, NY 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., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
New York, NY to Chicago, IL has 69 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from New York, NY to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from New York, NY to Chicago, IL departs at 5:50 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 New York, NY to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from New York, NY to Chicago, IL departs at 11:45 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 New York, NY 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 349.40 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 New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from New York, NY to go to Chicago, IL.
What's the fastest journey time between New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between New York, NY and Chicago, IL is 19 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from New York, NY to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between New York, NY and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for New York, NY to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from New York, NY to Chicago, IL creates 86.03kg of CO2 emissions.