What is the travel distance from Riverside to Chicago?

About 1700 miles (2741 km) separate Riverside and Chicago.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Riverside to Chicago start their journey at Riverside Bus Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into 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 Auditorium Building and Theatre, Robie House, Museum of Science and Industry, Grant Park and Lincoln Park Zoo.

Bus Riverside to Chicago from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 11h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 8h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:10pm	UC Riverside	2d 13h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to Chicago on September 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:05am	UC Riverside	2d 4h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	1d 21h	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 7h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	3:25pm	Riverside Station	2d 21h	2:39pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $365	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$152 - $1,234	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 249kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Riverside to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 23hAverage Duration

$152Cheapest ticket

249kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$207

Average bus trip duration2d 7h

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure10:05am

Distance1695 miles (2733 km)

Latest bus departure6:50pm

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Amtrak

4/55,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/510,561 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, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Riverside to Chicago Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Riverside to Chicago.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Riverside to Chicago from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Riverside to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Chicago?

Stops in Riverside

A - Riverside Bus Station

B - Commerce St

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 Riverside, CA - Chicago

What is the travel distance from Riverside to Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/16

$257

09/17

$323

Today

$306

09/19

$306

09/20

$257

09/21

$257

09/22

$257

09/23

$257

The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 16, 2025 with a price of $257

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

You can expect to pay from $257 to $2,397 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $257 which is on 2025-09-20.

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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 Riverside to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Riverside to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Riverside to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 7h	Avg Price$207	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 23h	Avg Price$263	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Riverside, CA by bus?

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Bus Tickets from Riverside, CA to Chicago

Next departures

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Chicago.

Bus Riverside, CA to Chicago: Trip Overview

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Riverside to Chicago Bus

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Chicago?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Riverside, CA - Chicago

What is the travel distance from Riverside to Chicago?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to Chicago?

Will you be returning to Riverside, CA by bus?

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Why choose Busbud?

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