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Which bus from Chicago to Houston is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Chicago to Houston. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Greyhound US, FlixBus or Tornado Bus Company. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£68
tomorrow
£69
Tuesday
£86
Wednesday
£98
Thursday
£79
Friday
£111
Saturday
£79

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 36h 30m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £68
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 23:30 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £69
Greyhound US 34h 30m 12:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 22:50 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £69
Greyhound US 29h 0m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 04:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £80
Tornado Bus Company 23h 40m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:40 Houston Lockwood  Economy £192

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 50m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 15:35 Houston SW Agencia Autobuses  Economy £69
FlixBus 36h 30m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £70
Greyhound US 33h 30m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 22:50 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £82
Greyhound US 29h 0m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 04:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £84
Tornado Bus Company 23h 40m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:40 Houston Lockwood  Economy £190

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 30h 45m 05:15 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:00 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £86
FlixBus 31h 25m 05:15 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £86
Greyhound US 31h 30m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 07:10 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £97
Greyhound US 31h 30m 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 13:40 Houston SW Agencia Autobuses  Economy £100
Tornado Bus Company 23h 40m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:40 Houston Lockwood  Economy £190

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 30m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 07:10 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £98
Greyhound US 30h 35m 22:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £104
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 23:30 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £109
FlixBus 36h 30m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £110
Tornado Bus Company 23h 15m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:15 Houston Main St & Airline Dr  Economy £190

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 33h 30m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 22:50 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £79
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 23:30 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £80
FlixBus 36h 30m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £80
Greyhound US 29h 0m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 04:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £88
Tornado Bus Company 23h 40m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:40 Houston Lockwood  Economy £195

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 36h 30m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 05:05 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £111
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 23:30 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £112
Greyhound US 33h 30m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 22:50 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £115
Greyhound US 29h 0m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 04:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £138
Tornado Bus Company 23h 15m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:15 Houston Main St & Airline Dr  Economy £190

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:35 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 23:30 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £79
FlixBus 30h 15m 05:45 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:00 Houston Downtown Houston  Economy £79
Greyhound US 33h 30m 13:20 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 22:50 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £80
Greyhound US 29h 0m 23:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 04:40 Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station  Economy £84
Tornado Bus Company 23h 40m 13:00 Chicago California & 35th Street Coach Stop 12:40 Houston Lockwood  Economy £190

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Chicago to Houston is £68 on 01/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chicago and Houston?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Chicago to Houston. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 54 daily coaches from Chicago to Houston. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 25 daily coaches between Chicago and Houston.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 107 coaches from Chicago to Houston, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Houston, with 25 offers.

All facts for Chicago to Houston bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company that travel daily 40 times by bus from Chicago to Houston in one click. Book your Chicago to Houston bus ticket starting from £68!

Cheapest Bus £68
Fastest Bus 22h 45m
Earliest Coach 09:45
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 40 Ø
Distance 1,516.4 km
Coach Companies Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Houston?

Every day, 40 buses from 3 coach companies leave Chicago for Houston. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
£68
Monday 02/11
£69
Tuesday 03/11
£86
Wednesday 04/11
£99
Thursday 05/11
£79
Friday 06/11
£111
Saturday 07/11
£79
Sunday 08/11
£78
Monday 09/11
£94
Tuesday 10/11
£94
Wednesday 11/11
£79
Thursday 12/11
£95
Friday 13/11
£100
Saturday 14/11
£77
Sunday 15/11
£90
Monday 16/11
£96
Tuesday 17/11
£73
Wednesday 18/11
£73
Thursday 19/11
£91
Friday 20/11
£118
Saturday 21/11
£125
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Houston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Houston, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £68, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chicago to Houston. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £100.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Houston, with £68. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £95.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Houston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Chicago to Houston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Chicago to Houston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Chicago to Houston are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Houston

Here is a map with all coach stations in Chicago and Houston. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Chicago to Houston? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to Houston.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chicago to Houston

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chicago to Houston. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Chicago to Houston bus

How much does a Chicago Houston coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chicago Houston bus trip is available from £68 and takes 36h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Houston?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £68 to £195. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Houston.

How many connections are available for the Chicago Houston route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Chicago to Houston is offered by roughly 40 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Houston from Chicago take?

The quickest coach from Chicago to Houston is provided by Tornado Bus Company and takes 22h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £190. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Houston?

The earliest bus to Houston departs from Chicago at 09:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Chicago to Houston?

The latest bus to Houston departs from Chicago at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Chicago Houston route?

Passengers looking to travel from Chicago to Houston can travel with Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Houston?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Houston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company.

What can I take with me on the bus to Houston from Chicago?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Chicago Houston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Houston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Houston on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Chicago to Houston?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 40 daily trips between Chicago and Houston. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Houston?

Prices and availability for 40 trips between Chicago and Houston change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Houston

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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