Bus from Lafayette, LA to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lafayette to Chicago on March 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Lafayette Transit System
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lafayette Transit System
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lafayette Transit System
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lafayette Transit System
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:52 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
1354 kmDistance
123kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$165 - $608Average Duration1d 7h
33kg CO₂e
Average Price$271 - $317Average Duration1d 16h
123kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, LA to Chicago 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 Lafayette to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start from $165. The average price for this route is around $374. 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 Lafayette to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Lafayette to Chicago is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1336 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Lafayette to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87524 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Chicago?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lafayette to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lafayette to Chicago?

    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.

Best price found
03-04
$343
03-05
$323
Today
$246
03-07
$165
03-08
No data
03-09
$151
03-10
No data
03-11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Chicago was searched and found on Mar 9, 2026 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $351 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2026-03-09.

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