Find coaches from Chicago to Ocala

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Next departures from Chicago to Ocala on 26 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ocala Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Ocala Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ocala Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Ocala Bus StopNo tags
Tornado Bus + Expreso
Chicago, IL
My RanchitoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Ocala

Bus
Average priceUS$106 - US$374Average duration1d 4h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$351 - US$422Average duration1d 14h
136kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Ocala

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Ocala. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
US$106Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Ocala: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$175
Average bus trip duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure05:25
Distance919 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Ocala Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Ocala

  1. How far is Ocala from Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Ocala by coach covers an approximate distance of 927 miles (1495 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Ocala 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 also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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24/08
US$98
25/08
US$168
26/08
US$92
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Ocala was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$92

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

You can expect to pay from US$92 to US$168 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-08-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Ocala.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Ocala, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ocala 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 Ocala, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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.

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 Ocala?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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