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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Chicago | Denver | Cheapest | |||||
| Chicago | Denver | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Greyhound Station | DENVER | No tags | |||||
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | DENVER | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to DenverAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 18 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Denver: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Denver
What is the travel distance from Chicago to Denver?
The distance between Chicago and Denver is around 1478 km (916 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Denver?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Union Station, in Denver.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Denver was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Denver, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$203 to US$371 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$203 which is on 2025-09-02.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Denver!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Denver, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Denver will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Denver, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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