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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Gainesville (Mart 24/7) | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gainesville to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Chicago?
Stops in Gainesville
- A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501 - B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia - C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
Compare bus companies
Based on 87531 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 693
Greyhound Gainesville Chicago recent customer reviews
The driver literally lied to me. He told there is another bus from Gainesville to atlanta behind him. But after waiting for 3 hr in cold outside, I called greyhound and there was no bus. I had to leave by means from Gainesville to atlanta so I took the uber from from gainsville to atlanta which cost me a lot and was able to catch my next transfer in atlanta. I was wondering do the greyhound pay for the compensation
Prem S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gainesville, GA to Chicago 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 Gainesville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Chicago start at R 1 433. The average price for this route is around R 3 114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Gainesville to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Gainesville to Chicago is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 909 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Chicago at 22:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Chicago produces an estimated 22.712725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Chicago was searched and found on 03 Apr 2026 with a price of R 3 744To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, GA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 744 to R 5 711 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 056, which is on 2026-04-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
