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Which bus from Chicago to San Antonio, TX is the best?

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

today
£139
tomorrow
£140
Wednesday
Thursday
£163
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
£186

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 46h 40m 22:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:10 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £139
Greyhound US 30h 45m 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:55 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £141
Greyhound US 31h 55m 09:40 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:35 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £141
Greyhound US 31h 35m 10:00 Chicago Union Station 17:35 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £141
Greyhound US 40h 10m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 15:20 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £141
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX via Dallas, you can save more than £28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      28h 25m
      0
      19:25
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      18:00
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £83
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 20m
      0
      18:30
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      23:50
      San Antonio, TX
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £28
    Travel Time is 2h 20m shorter, and you will save £28

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 25h 25m 22:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 23:55 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £140
Greyhound US 40h 10m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 15:20 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £141
Greyhound US 31h 55m 09:40 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 17:35 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £153
Greyhound US 31h 35m 10:00 Chicago Union Station 17:35 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £153
Greyhound US 30h 45m 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:55 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £159
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX via Dallas, you can save more than £29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      28h 25m
      0
      19:25
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      18:00
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £83
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 20m
      0
      18:30
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      23:50
      San Antonio, TX
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £28
    Travel time is 3h 0m longer, but you will save £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 48h 35m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £163
Greyhound US 48h 15m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £163
FlixBus 37h 40m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £165
FlixBus 27h 10m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:55 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £176
Greyhound US 31h 35m 10:00 Chicago Union Station 17:35 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £177
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX via Dallas, you can save more than £52? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      28h 25m
      0
      19:25
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      18:00
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £83
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 20m
      0
      18:30
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      23:50
      San Antonio, TX
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £28
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £52

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 48h 35m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £186
Greyhound US 48h 15m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £186
FlixBus 37h 40m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 23:25 San Antonio, TX Pearl District  Economy £190
Greyhound US 40h 10m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 15:20 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £199
FlixBus 27h 10m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 12:55 San Antonio, TX Coach Station  Economy £244
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX via Dallas, you can save more than £75? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      28h 25m
      0
      19:25
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      18:00
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £83
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      5h 20m
      0
      18:30
      Dallas
      Coach Station
      23:50
      San Antonio, TX
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £28
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £75

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Chicago to San Antonio, TX is £89 on 25/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chicago and San Antonio, TX?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Chicago to San Antonio, TX. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Chicago to San Antonio, TX. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Chicago and San Antonio, TX.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 13 coaches from Chicago to San Antonio, TX, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chicago and San Antonio, TX, with 13 offers.

All facts for Chicago to San Antonio, TX bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel daily 6 times by bus from Chicago to San Antonio, TX in one click. Book your Chicago to San Antonio, TX bus ticket starting from £89!

Cheapest Bus £89
Fastest Bus 25h 25m
Earliest Coach 06:10
Latest Coach 23:10
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 1,692.8 km
Coach Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to San Antonio, TX?

Every day, 6 buses from 2 coach companies leave Chicago for San Antonio, TX. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 15/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
£139
Tuesday 16/12
£140
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
£163
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
£186
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
£89
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
£120
Sunday 28/12
£109
Monday 29/12
Tuesday 30/12
Wednesday 31/12
Thursday 01/01
Friday 02/01
Saturday 03/01
Sunday 04/01
Monday 05/01
Tuesday 06/01
Wednesday 07/01
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
Saturday 10/01
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to San Antonio, TX, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £89, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chicago to San Antonio, TX. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £140.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to San Antonio, TX, with £139. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £141.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to San Antonio, TX

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 San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX, 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 San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX

Here is a map with all coach stations in Chicago and San Antonio, TX. 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 San Antonio, TX? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to San Antonio, TX.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chicago to San Antonio, TX

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chicago to San Antonio, TX. 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 San Antonio, TX bus

How much does a Chicago San Antonio, TX coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chicago San Antonio, TX bus trip is available from £89 and takes 46h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to San Antonio, TX?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £89 to £244. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to San Antonio, TX.

How many connections are available for the Chicago San Antonio, TX route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Chicago to San Antonio, TX is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to San Antonio, TX from Chicago take?

The quickest coach from Chicago to San Antonio, TX is provided by Greyhound US and takes 25h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £146. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to San Antonio, TX?

The earliest bus to San Antonio, TX departs from Chicago at 06:10. 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 San Antonio, TX?

The latest bus to San Antonio, TX departs from Chicago at 23:10. 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 San Antonio, TX route?

Passengers looking to travel from Chicago to San Antonio, TX can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. 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 San Antonio, TX?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and San Antonio, TX 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Chicago to San Antonio, TX?

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 6 daily trips between Chicago and San Antonio, TX. 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 San Antonio, TX?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Chicago and San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX

Economy
Economy

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

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