According to 11 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 433
Greyhound Lines, Inc. Houston Chicago recent customer reviews
Horrible bus dirty, unorganized, smelled like urine,leave people at stops,everyone was extremely cold
1 out of 5 stars
Nyree W.
As a new person to chicago, the staff didn't inform us very well that we have reached Chicago bus station and I was taking to Bloomington without knowing that we have passed Chicago. The driver refused to let me stand up to talk to him. Wasting over 8 hours again to return to my destination. Missing all I went to do
2 out of 5 stars
Adenike T.
They have some professional bus drivers out there but some of they are very unprofessional .. And is always a layover
Based on 173 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained about the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 457
Based on 12164 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. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 647
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 015
Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the value for money. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 433
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US 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 Houston to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Chicago start at R 1 392. The average price for this route is around R 2 501. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1499 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Chicago at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Chicago?
A bus trip from Houston to Chicago produces an estimated 37 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 Houston to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Chicago?
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 Houston to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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R 4 553
29/01
R 3 567
Today
R 3 682
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R 3 288
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R 3 288
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R 2 367
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R 3 041
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R 2 926
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Chicago was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 367
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 367 to R 7 743 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 367, which is on 2026-02-02.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Chicago was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 367
