How much is the bus ticket from Worcester to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Chicago start from $124. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Worcester to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Worcester to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1308 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Worcester to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Worcester to Chicago at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Worcester 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.

What is the best bus company from Worcester 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 5752 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Worcester 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 Worcester to Chicago from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 8h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 8h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	8:10am	Union Station	1d 3h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Chicago on February 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	8:25am	Worcester Union Station	1d 2h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	8:10am	Union Station	1d 3h	10:12am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:40am	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	1d 4h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Worcester 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 1 day, 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1308 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $424	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$117 - $1,763	Average Duration21h 6m	CO₂ emissions 119kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Worcester and Chicago?

Stops in Worcester

A
Union Station
2 Washington Sq, Worcester, MA 01604
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B
146 P&R
530 Southwest Cutoff (Commuter service only), Millbury, MA 01527
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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

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Worcester, US 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 Worcester to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Chicago start from $124. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Worcester to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Worcester to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1308 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Worcester to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Worcester to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Worcester to Chicago at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 4:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Worcester to Chicago?
A bus trip from Worcester 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.
What is the best bus company from Worcester 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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Worcester 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 Worcester to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Worcester 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

02-08

$169

02-09

$167

Today

$169

02-11

$167

02-12

$167

02-13

$183

02-14

$167

02-15

$157

The cheapest trip from Worcester, US to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 15, 2026 with a price of $157

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

You can expect to pay from $157 to $1,370 for a bus ticket from Worcester, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $157 which is on 2026-02-15.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.