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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet) | Mount Vernon, (IL - El Rancherito Mount Veron) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet) | Mount Vernon, (IL - El Rancherito Mount Veron) | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Mount Vernon
The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL 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 Chicago to Mount Vernon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Mount Vernon start from $70. The average price for this route is around $187. 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 Chicago to Mount Vernon?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Mount Vernon is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 246 miles (396 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Mount Vernon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Mount Vernon at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
A bus trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon generates an estimated 10 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 Chicago to Mount Vernon?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
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 has the most timely service from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
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 Chicago to Mount Vernon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $160To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $160 to $241 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-26.
