Bus Tickets from Chicago to Dallas, TX

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Dallas on September 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown Dallas / Deep EllumCheapest
Tornado Bus
Chicago, IL
Dallas East R L Thornton FreewayFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Dallas Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown Dallas / Deep EllumNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Dallas

Bus
Average PriceUS$69 - US$374Average Duration20h 35m
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$115 - US$479Average Duration1d 1h
118kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Dallas

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 20 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

58bus per day
20h 35mAverage Duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Dallas, TX: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$227
Average Bus Trip Duration20h 35m
Number of daily buses58
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance1291 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to Dallas Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Dallas, 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 - Dallas, TX

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Dallas?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Dallas is 1293 km (802 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Dallas Bus Station, in Dallas.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-17
US$224
09-18
US$208
Today
US$243
09-20
US$120
09-21
US$109
09-22
US$94
09-23
US$74
09-24
US$74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Sep 23, 2025 with a price of US$74

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

You can expect to pay from US$74 to US$325 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$74 which is on 2025-09-23.

Usually Tornado Bus 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 Chicago to Dallas.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 Chicago to Dallas, 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 Chicago to Dallas that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Dallas.

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.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Dallas, TX to Chicago

You can also go to Dallas, TX by train

Train from Chicago to Dallas, TX

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