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Today31 Aug
from US$234
Tomorrow1 Sept
from US$259
Tue2 Sept
from US$278
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
from US$235
Fri5 Sept
Sat6 Sept
from US$196
Sun7 Sept

Next departures to Chicago

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$155 - US$366Average duration2d 15h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$545 - US$736Average duration2d 20h
270kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 15hAverage duration
US$155Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$249
Average bus trip duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure14:25
Distance1838 miles
Latest bus departure18:05

Salinas to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Salinas by coach?

    The journey from Salinas to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 1840 miles (2967 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Salinas to Chicago 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
29/08
US$267
30/08
US$267
Today
US$317
01/09
US$267
02/09
US$267
03/09
US$267
04/09
US$225
05/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Chicago was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$225

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

You can expect to pay from US$225 to US$1,374 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$225, which is on 2025-09-04.

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 Salinas and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Salinas to Chicago, 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 Salinas to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

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.

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

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 Salinas, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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