How much is the bus ticket from Spartanburg to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago start from $132. The average price for this route is around $267. 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Spartanburg to Chicago is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 894 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Spartanburg to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Spartanburg to Chicago at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Spartanburg to Chicago generates an estimated 22 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 Spartanburg 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 87463 reviews.

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

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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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.

Bus Spartanburg to Chicago from $138 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Spartanburg to Chicago on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:05pm	Spartanburg	20h 10m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05pm	Spartanburg	22h	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Spartanburg to Chicago on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Spartanburg	20h 10m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 30m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 50m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Spartanburg	20h 45m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Spartanburg	20h 20m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Spartanburg to Chicago on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Spartanburg	20h 10m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 30m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 50m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Spartanburg	20h 45m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Spartanburg	20h 20m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Spartanburg to Chicago on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Spartanburg	20h 10m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 30m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Spartanburg	18h 50m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:50pm	Spartanburg	22h 45m	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40pm	Spartanburg	20h 45m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:45 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Spartanburg 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 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

20h 20mAverage Duration

894 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$132 - $490	Average Duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$242 - $2,362	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Spartanburg and Chicago?

Stops in Spartanburg

A
Super Acapulco
9133 Fairforest Rd. Spartanburg, SC , C.P. 29301
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B
Spartanburg Bus Stop
1402 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29307, USA
Map
C
Sparta Passenger Center
100 Liberty St, Spartanburg, SC 29306, USA
Map

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
Map
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
Map
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
Map
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,979 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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago start from $132. The average price for this route is around $267. 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Spartanburg to Chicago is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 894 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Spartanburg to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Spartanburg to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Spartanburg to Chicago at 6:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Spartanburg to Chicago?
A bus trip from Spartanburg to Chicago generates an estimated 22 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 Spartanburg 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Spartanburg to Chicago?
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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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

01-07

$228

01-08

$277

Today

$217

01-10

$215

01-11

$185

01-12

$164

01-13

No data

01-14

No data

The cheapest trip from Spartanburg to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $277 for a bus ticket from Spartanburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2026-01-12.