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Facts about coaches from New York to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 77 times every day by bus from New York to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to Chicago starting from £71!

Cheapest Bus £71
Fastest Bus 19h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:30
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 77 Ø
Distance 1,144.6 km
Coach Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from New York to Chicago

Every day, 77 buses from 2 coach companies leave New York for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 28/03/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 25/03
Tuesday 26/03
Wednesday 27/03
Thursday 28/03
£152
Friday 29/03
£91
Saturday 30/03
£94
Sunday 31/03
£95
Monday 01/04
£85
Tuesday 02/04
£83
Wednesday 03/04
£71
Thursday 04/04
£86
Friday 05/04
£97
Saturday 06/04
£80
Sunday 07/04
£89
Monday 08/04
£84
Tuesday 09/04
£79
Wednesday 10/04
£80
Thursday 11/04
£91
Friday 12/04
£90
Saturday 13/04
£105
Sunday 14/04
£98
Monday 15/04
£80
Tuesday 16/04
£77
Wednesday 17/04
£77
Thursday 18/04
£82
Friday 19/04
£90
Saturday 20/04
£92
Sunday 21/04

The cheapest time to travel from New York to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from New York to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £71, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from New York to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £94.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to Chicago, with £71. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £77.

How to save money travelling from New York to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from New York to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from New York to Chicago, 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 New York to Chicago are also emptier.

Compare all timetables for the bus from New York to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from New York to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
  • Greyhound US
    22h 50m
    23:30
    New York
    22:20
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £71
  • Greyhound US
    26h 20m
    20:00
    New York
    22:20
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £73
  • Greyhound US
    23h 50m
    20:00
    New York
    19:50
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £76
  • FlixBus
    30h 10m
    01:30
    New York
    31 St & 8 Av
    07:40
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £76
  • Greyhound US
    23h 10m
    23:30
    New York
    22:40
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £77
  • FlixBus
    26h 5m
    17:45
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    19:50
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £77
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    01:30
    New York
    31 St & 8 Av
    00:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £78
  • FlixBus
    24h 11m
    23:59
    New York
    31 St & 8 Av
    00:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £80
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    01:35
    New York
    22:40
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £81
  • FlixBus
    26h 25m
    21:45
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    00:10
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £81
  • FlixBus
    25h 20m
    18:30
    New York
    31 St & 8 Av
    19:50
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £95
  • FlixBus
    22h 56m
    23:59
    New York
    31 St & 8 Av
    22:55
    Chicago
    Union Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from £99
  • Greyhound US
    20h 45m
    01:35
    New York
    22:20
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £129
  • Greyhound US
    21h 5m
    01:35
    New York
    22:40
    Chicago
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    from £130

Frequency of bus connections between New York and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between New York and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 103 daily coaches from New York to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 70 daily coaches between New York and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 232 coaches from New York to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between New York and Chicago, with 69 offers.

Beloved bus companies from New York to Chicago

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All bus stations and stops in New York and Chicago

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in New York and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from New York to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from New York to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route New York to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the New York to Chicago bus

How much does a New York - Chicago coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the New York - Chicago bus trip is available from £71 and takes 22h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection New York to Chicago is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £71 to £204. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the New York - Chicago route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from New York to Chicago is offered by roughly 77 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chicago from New York take?

The quickest coach from New York to Chicago is provided by Greyhound US and takes 19h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £117. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from New York to Chicago?

The earliest bus to Chicago departs from New York at 01:30. 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 New York to Chicago?

The latest bus to Chicago departs from New York at 23:59. 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 New York - Chicago route?

Passengers looking to travel from New York to Chicago 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 New York and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between New York and Chicago 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 Chicago from New York?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the New York Chicago 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 New York Chicago 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 New York to Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes from New York and Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from New York and from Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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