Bus Tickets from Chicago to Boston, MA, US

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Boston on August 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Boston (South Station)Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Boston (South Station)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
BrooklineNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Boston

Bus
Average PriceUS$76 - US$347Average Duration1d 6h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$85 - US$567Average Duration1d 3h
124kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$76Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$118
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure4:45am
Distance1363 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Boston Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Boston, 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 Chicago - Boston, MA, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Boston?

    It's about 1370 km (849 miles) from Chicago to Boston.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Back Bay Station, in Boston.

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$184
08-29
US$201
Today
US$166
08-31
US$177
09-01
US$158
09-02
US$91
09-03
US$87
09-04
US$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$87

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

You can expect to pay from US$87 to US$220 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$87 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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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 Chicago to Boston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Boston, MA, US to Chicago

You can also go to Boston, MA, US by train

Train from Chicago to Boston, MA, US

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