Bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Phoenix on April 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Phoenix Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Phoenix Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:13 PM CDT.

Get from Chicago to Phoenix

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 17hAverage Duration
2334 kmDistance
58kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Phoenix?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Phoenix start from $187. The average price for this route is around $255. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Phoenix?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Phoenix is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 2334 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Phoenix route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Phoenix?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Phoenix at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Phoenix?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Phoenix generates an estimated 58.334424999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-30
$589
03-31
$491
Today
$458
04-02
$287
04-03
$229
04-04
$230
04-05
$265
04-06
$338
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $229

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

You can expect to pay from $229 to $648 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $229 which is on 2026-04-03.

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