How much is the bus ticket from Utica to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start from $105. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 Utica to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 638 miles (1029 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Utica to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Utica to Chicago from $130 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	23h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Chicago on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:10pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 12h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 7h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 8h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	Utica Bus Stop	1d 14h	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Utica 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 1 day, 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

638 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $471	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $241	Average Duration14h 22m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Utica and Chicago?

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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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

3.5/587,435 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Utica, NY 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 Utica to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Chicago start from $105. The average price for this route is around $156. 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 Utica to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Utica to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 638 miles (1029 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Utica to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Utica to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Utica to Chicago at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Utica to Chicago?
A bus trip from Utica to Chicago generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/15

$174

12/16

$164

Today

$218

12/18

$176

12/19

$183

12/20

$223

12/21

$308

12/22

$252

The cheapest trip from Utica, NY to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $308 for a bus ticket from Utica, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $176 which is on 2025-12-18.