How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago start from $120. The average price for this route is around $171. 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1737 miles (2801 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Chicago at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago generates an estimated 70 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Los Angeles to Chicago from $145 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on January 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 12h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 6h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 3h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on February 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 12h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on February 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:55pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 9h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 12h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on February 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on February 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 1h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Chicago on February 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:55pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 9h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 20h	4:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	12:55pm	Union Station	3d 1h	4:45pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

2d 4hAverage Duration

1737 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $585	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$154 - $3,155	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Chicago?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

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

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Los Angeles Chicago recent customer reviews

They left early and made me pay again

Earick N.

July 8, 2023

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Chicago start from $120. The average price for this route is around $171. 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1737 miles (2801 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Chicago at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Chicago generates an estimated 70 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Los Angeles to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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

01/27

$355

01/28

$383

Today

$398

01/30

$466

01/31

$314

02/01

$184

02/02

$178

02/03

$257

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $178

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

You can expect to pay from $178 to $2,877 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 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.