How much is the bus ticket from Omaha to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Omaha to Chicago start from $52. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Omaha to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Omaha to Chicago is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 430 miles (694 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Omaha to Chicago route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Omaha to Chicago at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Omaha to Chicago generates an estimated 17 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 Omaha to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Omaha to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Omaha to Chicago from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Omaha	11h 50m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:47 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Omaha 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 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

430 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $206	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $231	Average Duration9h 29m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Omaha and Chicago?

Stops in Omaha

A
Omaha Bus Station
1601 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102

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

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Greyhound

3.5/587,456 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.

Jefferson Lines

4/5761 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Omaha, 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 Omaha to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Omaha to Chicago start from $52. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 Omaha to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Omaha to Chicago is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 430 miles (694 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Omaha to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Omaha to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Omaha to Chicago at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Omaha to Chicago?
A bus trip from Omaha to Chicago generates an estimated 17 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 Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Omaha to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

12/25

$121

12/26

$121

Today

$121

12/28

$104

12/29

$104

12/30

$84

12/31

$74

The cheapest trip from Omaha, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $74

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

You can expect to pay from $74 to $121 for a bus ticket from Omaha, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually Jefferson Lines 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.