How much is the bus ticket from Oceanside to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to Chicago start from $318. The average price for this route is around $448. 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 Oceanside to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Oceanside to Chicago is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2778 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Oceanside to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oceanside to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to Chicago at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to Chicago?

A bus trip from Oceanside to Chicago generates an estimated 69 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 Oceanside to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oceanside 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Oceanside to Chicago from $317 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Oceanside to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 6h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 1h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 5h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:25pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 3h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Oceanside Bus Station	2d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $318, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2d 5hAverage Duration

2778 kmDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$318 - $842	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$1,781 - $2,286	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 253kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Oceanside and Chicago?

Stops in Oceanside

A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,735 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Oceanside to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to Chicago start from $318. The average price for this route is around $448. 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 Oceanside to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Oceanside to Chicago is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2778 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Oceanside to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oceanside to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to Chicago at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to Chicago?
A bus trip from Oceanside to Chicago generates an estimated 69 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 Oceanside to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oceanside 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12-23

$434

12-24

$335

Today

$338

12-26

$317

12-27

$380

12-28

$341

12-29

$323

12-30

$364

The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $317

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

You can expect to pay from $317 to $506 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $317 which is on 2025-12-26.