How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Reno?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Reno start at R 2 342. The average price for this route is around R 4 164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Reno?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Reno is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2712 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Reno route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Reno?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Reno at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Reno?

A bus trip from Chicago to Reno produces an estimated 68 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Reno?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Reno?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Reno?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Reno?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Reno from R 3 095 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Reno on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 16h	13:05	Reno	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Reno on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 19h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	Fastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 16h	13:05	Reno	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	3d	13:05	Reno	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	05:30	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Reno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 300, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

2d 1hAverage duration

2709 kmDistance

246kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 342 - R 10 966	Average duration2d 14h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 300 - R 29 196	Average duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 246kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Reno?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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B
Reno Tahoe Airport
Howard W. Cannon Terminal, 2001 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA
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C
Reno Greyhound Bus Station
155 Stevenson St, Reno, NV 89503

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Reno by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Reno?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Reno start at R 2 342. The average price for this route is around R 4 164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Reno?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Reno is 2d 14h, covering a distance of 2712 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Reno route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Reno?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Reno at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Reno?
A bus trip from Chicago to Reno produces an estimated 68 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Reno?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Reno?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Reno?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Reno?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 4 841

14/12

R 6 303

Today

R 4 377

16/12

R 6 140

17/12

R 5 675

18/12

R 3 895

19/12

R 6 569

20/12

R 6 914

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Reno was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 895

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 895 to R 9 295 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 895, which is on 2025-12-18.