How much is the bus ticket from Fort Myers to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Myers to Chicago start from $157. The average price for this route is around $209. 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 Fort Myers to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Fort Myers to Chicago is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1101 miles (1775 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Fort Myers to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Fort Myers to Chicago at 2:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Fort Myers to Chicago generates an estimated 44 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 Fort Myers 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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers 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.

Bus Fort Myers to Chicago from $165 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Fort Myers to Chicago on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:25pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 8h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:35pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:30pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 14h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 8h	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:30pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 14h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Fort Myers to Chicago on December 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:30pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 16h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:35pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:45am	Love's Travel Stop	1d 22h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:30pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 14h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:45am	Love's Travel Stop	1d 22h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Fort Myers to Chicago on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:25pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 8h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:35pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:45am	Love's Travel Stop	1d 22h	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:30pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 14h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	4:25pm	Ft Myers Bus Station	1d 8h	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 12/08/2025 EST.

Get from Fort Myers to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1101 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Fort Myers and Chicago?

Stops in Fort Myers

A
Daniels Pkwy & I-75
13600 Indian Paint Ln (McDonald's on Daniels Pwy and I-75), Fort Myers, FL 33912
B
Colonial Blvd & I-75
Walmart, 4770 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966
C
Rosa Parks
2250 Widman Way, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
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

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,619 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 Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Myers to Chicago start from $157. The average price for this route is around $209. 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 Fort Myers to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Fort Myers to Chicago is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1101 miles (1775 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Fort Myers to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Myers to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Myers to Chicago at 2:35pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Myers to Chicago?
A bus trip from Fort Myers to Chicago generates an estimated 44 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 Fort Myers 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Myers to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers 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.

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

No data

12/14

No data

Today

$183

12/16

$256

12/17

$256

12/18

No data

12/19

$187

12/20

$538

The cheapest trip from Fort Myers to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $183

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

You can expect to pay from $183 to $4,144 for a bus ticket from Fort Myers to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2025-12-19.

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.