Bus Tickets from Pontiac, IL to Chicago

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TodayJul 26
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 27 at
    Departure city: Pontiac
    Departure location: Pontiac, IL
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pontiac to Chicago

Average PriceUS$38 - US$38Average Duration1h 57m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$12 - US$171Average Duration1h 58m
13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Pontiac to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
1h 58mAverage Duration
US$12Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pontiac, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 57m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:46pm
Distance139 km

Pontiac to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pontiac, IL - Chicago

  1. How far is Pontiac from Chicago?

    Pontiac and Chicago are 136 km (84 miles) apart.

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

Best price found
07-24
US$35
07-25
US$35
Today
US$35
07-27
US$35
07-28
US$35
07-29
US$35
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pontiac, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 24, 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$35 for a bus ticket from Pontiac, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-07-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Pontiac to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pontiac to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Pontiac to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Pontiac to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Pontiac, IL to Chicago

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