Bus Tickets from Boston, MA, US to Chicago

Next departures

Next departures for Boston to Chicago on August 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Boston (South Station)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Boston (South Station)
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus
Brookline
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$85 - US$402Average Duration1d 6h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$88 - US$843Average Duration1d 3h
124kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$85Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$127
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance1361 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Boston to Chicago Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Boston to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Chicago

  1. What is the distance between Boston and Chicago?

    Boston and Chicago are 1370 km (849 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Boston to Chicago?

    Buses departing from Back Bay Station in Boston will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-28
US$285
08-29
US$349
Today
US$239
08-31
US$174
09-01
US$178
09-02
US$104
09-03
US$115
09-04
US$85
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$653 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85 which is on 2025-09-04.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Boston to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Boston to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Boston to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Boston, MA, US by bus?

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