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Wed3 Sept
from US$122
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept
Mon8 Sept
Tue9 Sept
Wed10 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: WACO, TX
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago, IL
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: Tornado Bus Station
    Operated by: Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Tornado Bus + Expreso
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: WACO, TX
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: WACO, TX
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Waco
    Destination location: 1020 S 5th St - Waco S.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Chicago to Waco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$206
Average bus trip duration23h 25m
Number of daily buses35
Earliest bus departure05:25
Distance880 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Waco Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Waco, 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 - Waco

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

    The journey from Chicago to Waco by coach covers an approximate distance of 883 miles (1424 km).

  2. How can I travel from Chicago to Waco avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Chicago to Waco without flying, you can take the coaches. 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 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.

Best price found
30/08
US$245
31/08
US$240
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03/09
US$255
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06/09
US$255
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Waco was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$240

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

You can expect to pay from US$240 to US$270 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Waco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$255, which is on 2025-09-03.

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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!

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