How far is Jacksonville from Chicago?

Jacksonville and Chicago are 862 miles (1390 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago?

Most of the buses traveling from Jacksonville to Chicago leave from Jacksonville Amtrak Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, Robie House, The Field Museum and Cloud Gate.

Bus Jacksonville (FL) to Chicago from $93 | Compare & Save up to 60%

TodayJun 18

TomorrowJun 19

from $144

FriJun 20

from $132

SatJun 21

from $155

SunJun 22

from $147

MonJun 23

from $188

TueJun 24

from $160

WedJun 25

from $149

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 19 at 9:45pm
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 21 at 11:05am
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 14h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 19 at 9:25pm
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 8:10pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 23h 45m
Departure time: June 19 at 9:05am
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 8:15am
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: June 19 at 10:30am
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 2:15pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 4h
Departure time: June 19 at 9:25pm
Departure city: Jacksonville
Departure location: Jacksonville Bus Station
Arrival time: June 20 at 9:40pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$102 - $349	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$120 - $693	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

$102Cheapest ticket

35kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Jacksonville to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$146

Average bus trip duration1d 2h

Number of daily buses12.159090909090908

Earliest bus departure8:05am

Distance862 miles (1390 km)

Latest bus departure9:45pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,043 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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 Jacksonville Chicago recent customer reviews

Solo la demora en una de las estaciones que por conexión me ocasionó otra demora y llegue muy tarde a mi destino final

Fernando S.

December 8, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/59,115 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

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Jacksonville to Chicago Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Chicago?

Stops in Jacksonville

A - Jacksonville Amtrak Station

B - W Forsyth St

C - Kings Avenue Station

D - JRTC Greyhound Bus Station

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Jacksonville (FL) - Chicago

How far is Jacksonville from Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/16

$183

06/17

$173

Today

$138

06/19

$148

06/20

$124

06/21

$173

06/22

$140

06/23

$189

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $234 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-06-20.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Jacksonville to Chicago.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Jacksonville to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Jacksonville to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Jacksonville to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 2h	Avg Price$146	Daily Departures12.159090909090908
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 16h	Avg Price$344	Daily Departures3.3

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Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Chicago?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Jacksonville (FL) - Chicago

How far is Jacksonville from Chicago?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jacksonville to Chicago?

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

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Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Jacksonville to Chicago?

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