Find coaches from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL

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Next departures from Chicago to Mount Vernon on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds)Cheapest
Tornado Bus
Chicago, IL
Mount Vernon, (IL - El Rancherito Mount Veron)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds)No tags
Tornado Bus
West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)
Mount Vernon, (IL - El Rancherito Mount Veron)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Mount Vernon

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$166Average duration8h 25m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$72Average duration7h 50m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Mount Vernon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Mount Vernon. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 50mAverage duration
US$72Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$148
Average bus trip duration8h 25m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure10:00
Distance252 miles
Latest bus departure22:30

Chicago to Mount Vernon Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chicago to Mount Vernon.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Mount Vernon from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Mount Vernon, IL

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Mount Vernon by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Mount Vernon by coach is approximately 254 miles (410 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Mount Vernon without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. 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.

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27/08
US$36
28/08
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31/08
US$65
01/09
US$62
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL was searched and found on 27 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 Mount Vernon, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$62, which is on 2025-09-01.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Mount Vernon!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Mount Vernon.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Mount Vernon.

Did you know?

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!

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.

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

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Bus from Mount Vernon, IL to Chicago

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