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Thu31 Jul
from US$45
Fri1 Aug
from US$46
Sat2 Aug
from US$44
Sun3 Aug
from US$45
Mon4 Aug
from US$40
Tue5 Aug
from US$38
Wed6 Aug
from US$36
Thu7 Aug

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Ann Arbor
    Destination location: Ann Arbor
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Ann Arbor
    Destination location: Ann Arbor
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Ann Arbor
    Destination location: Ann Arbor
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Ann Arbor
    Destination location: Ann Arbor
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Ann Arbor
    Destination location: Ann Arbor
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Ann Arbor

Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$129Average duration6h 50m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$167Average duration4h 16m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Ann Arbor

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Ann Arbor. The journey takes about 4 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
4h 16mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Ann Arbor: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure05:25
Distance202 miles
Latest bus departure22:10

Chicago to Ann Arbor Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Ann Arbor

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Ann Arbor by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Ann Arbor by coach covers an approximate distance of 203 miles (327 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Ann Arbor without a car?

    You can reach Ann Arbor from Chicago by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$91
28/07
US$48
Today
US$61
30/07
US$41
31/07
US$41
01/08
US$38
02/08
US$36
03/08
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Ann Arbor was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$91 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ann Arbor based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Ann Arbor, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ann Arbor will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Ann Arbor?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Ann Arbor

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Train from Chicago to Ann Arbor

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