How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Chicago start from $58. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Chicago is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 452 miles (729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Chicago at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55am.

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

A bus trip from Buffalo to Chicago generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Chicago?

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 Buffalo to Chicago?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Chicago?

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 Buffalo to Chicago from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Chicago on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	16h 40m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Chicago on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	16h 40m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Chicago on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	16h 40m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Chicago on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	16h 40m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

15h 30mAverage Duration

452 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $219	Average Duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $197	Average Duration10h 33m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Buffalo and Chicago?

Stops in Buffalo

A
Buffalo Airport
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B
Transportation Center
185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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C
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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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
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Buffalo Chicago recent customer reviews

Very unhappy with our travel from Buffalo to Chicago. The bus from buffalo to cleavelent was an hour late which was not the the biggest drama however the problem was that the greyhound bus station in both buffalo and cleavelend was very miserable, cold, dirty and smelly and most of all looking very unsafe. The whole experience really made us not want to travel with a bus anymore in our life.

Pamela D.

September 18, 2018

Before was good but yesterday i was shocked because i could not move back of my seat .most of the seat greyhound should fixed

Mostafa S.

March 29, 2018

I am dissatisfied with the services of Greyhound. Unsystematic and slow work.

Preeti N.

June 16, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Chicago by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Chicago start from $58. The average price for this route is around $92. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Chicago is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 452 miles (729 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Chicago at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to Chicago?
A bus trip from Buffalo to Chicago generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Chicago?
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 Buffalo to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Chicago?
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

12/13

$145

12/14

$103

Today

$91

12/16

$103

12/17

$81

12/18

$83

12/19

$90

12/20

$101

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $81

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

You can expect to pay from $81 to $193 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-17.