Find coaches from Chicago to Nashville, TN

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 4 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound Bus StationFastest
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Nashville

Bus
Average priceUS$45 - US$233Average duration10h 40m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$128 - US$135Average duration14h 30m
58kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Nashville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nashville. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
10h 40mAverage duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Nashville, TN: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$78
Average bus trip duration10h 40m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance398 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Nashville 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 Nashville.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Nashville, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Nashville, TN

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

    The journey from Chicago to Nashville by coach covers an approximate distance of 396 miles (638 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching 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
01/09
US$117
02/09
US$121
Today
US$70
04/09
US$52
05/09
US$46
06/09
US$50
07/09
US$74
08/09
US$69
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Nashville, TN was searched and found on 5 Sept 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$162 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-09-05.

Usually FlixBus 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 Nashville!

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 Nashville.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Nashville that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Nashville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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