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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Schuylkill & Walnut | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 21 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Philadelphia?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Philadelphia
- AOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia start from $109. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Philadelphia is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 1068 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Philadelphia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Philadelphia at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Chicago to Philadelphia generates an estimated 26.68075 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12364 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $165To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $165 to $461 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2026-04-07.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Philadelphia, PA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
