Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 137 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at US$258
Based on 10214 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$78
Based on 87199 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$74
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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Austin?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Austin, TX, US
How far is Austin from Chicago by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Austin by coach is approximately 977 miles (1575 km).
Is there a way to reach Austin from Chicago without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
22/08
US$187
23/08
US$199
Today
US$192
25/08
US$146
26/08
US$97
27/08
US$255
28/08
US$255
29/08
US$126
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$97
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$97 to US$265 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97, which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Tornado Bus 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
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Austin.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Austin, 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 Austin will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Austin, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Austin, TX, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Austin
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$97
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
