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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 FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
£104
tomorrow
£78
Sunday
£87
Monday
£100
Tuesday
£96
Wednesday
£80
Thursday
£87

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 10m 10:00 New York Chinatown 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £104
FlixBus 20h 25m 10:45 New York 31st & 8th Ave 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £104
FlixBus 20h 40m 10:00 New York Chinatown 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £106
Greyhound US 24h 50m 22:35 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £107
Greyhound US 24h 35m 22:50 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £109
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Chicago via Newark, you can save more than £30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      20h 25m
      0
      10:45
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      11:20
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £3
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      19h 40m
      0
      11:30
      Newark
      Penn Station
      06:10
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £70
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £30

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 10m 10:00 New York Chinatown 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £78
FlixBus 20h 25m 10:45 New York 31st & 8th Ave 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £78
FlixBus 20h 40m 10:00 New York Chinatown 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £84
Greyhound US 22h 10m 08:30 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £100
Greyhound US 24h 50m 22:35 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £100

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 10m 10:00 New York Chinatown 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £87
FlixBus 20h 25m 10:45 New York 31st & 8th Ave 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £87
FlixBus 20h 40m 10:00 New York Chinatown 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £96
Greyhound US 25h 20m 05:50 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £113
Greyhound US 22h 30m 22:35 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 20:05 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £114
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Chicago via Newark, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      20h 25m
      0
      10:45
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      11:20
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £3
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      19h 40m
      0
      11:30
      Newark
      Penn Station
      06:10
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £70
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 27h 40m 19:45 New York Chinatown 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £100
FlixBus 26h 45m 21:15 New York Chinatown 23:00 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £100
FlixBus 42h 40m 20:00 New York Chrystie St 13:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £101
Greyhound US 24h 35m 22:50 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £102
Greyhound US 27h 25m 20:00 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £102
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Chicago via Newark, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      20h 25m
      0
      10:45
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      11:20
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £3
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      19h 40m
      0
      11:30
      Newark
      Penn Station
      06:10
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £70
    Travel Time is 3h 10m shorter, and you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 24h 35m 22:50 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £96
Greyhound US 27h 25m 20:00 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £97
FlixBus 39h 25m 08:00 New York Chrystie St 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £97
FlixBus 27h 40m 19:45 New York Chinatown 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £97
FlixBus 30h 55m 16:30 New York 31st & 8th Ave 22:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Chicago via Newark, you can save more than £22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      20h 25m
      0
      10:45
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      11:20
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £3
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      19h 40m
      0
      11:30
      Newark
      Penn Station
      06:10
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £70
    Travel Time is 3h 10m shorter, and you will save £22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 10m 10:00 New York Chinatown 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £80
FlixBus 20h 25m 10:45 New York 31st & 8th Ave 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £80
FlixBus 20h 40m 10:00 New York Chinatown 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £84
Greyhound US 25h 10m 22:50 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 23:00 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £95
Greyhound US 22h 45m 15:40 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 13:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £96

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 10m 10:00 New York Chinatown 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £87
FlixBus 20h 25m 10:45 New York 31st & 8th Ave 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station  Economy £87
FlixBus 20h 40m 10:00 New York Chinatown 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £91
Greyhound US 22h 45m 15:40 New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 13:25 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £104
Greyhound US 24h 50m 05:50 New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 05:40 Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy £104
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Chicago via Newark, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      20h 25m
      0
      10:45
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      11:20
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £3
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Busbud
      19h 40m
      0
      11:30
      Newark
      Penn Station
      06:10
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £70
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from New York to Chicago is £78 on 06/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 96 daily coaches from New York to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 64 daily coaches between New York and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 218 coaches from New York to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between New York and Chicago, with 46 offers.

Facts about coaches from New York to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 83 times every day by bus from New York to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to Chicago starting from £78!

Cheapest Bus £78
Fastest Bus 18h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:35
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 83 Ø
Distance 1,144.6 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest coach connections from New York to Chicago

Every day, 83 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 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£104
Saturday 06/12
£84
Sunday 07/12
£87
Monday 08/12
£100
Tuesday 09/12
£96
Wednesday 10/12
£80
Thursday 11/12
£87
Friday 12/12
£87
Saturday 13/12
£85
Sunday 14/12
£82
Monday 15/12
£105
Tuesday 16/12
£96
Wednesday 17/12
£93
Thursday 18/12
£95
Friday 19/12
£107
Saturday 20/12
£111
Sunday 21/12
£107
Monday 22/12
£111
Tuesday 23/12
£111
Wednesday 24/12
£95
Thursday 25/12
£93
Friday 26/12
£104
Saturday 27/12
£101
Sunday 28/12

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 £78, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from New York to Chicago. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £100.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to Chicago, with £78. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £96.

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.

Beloved bus companies from New York to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between New York to Chicago from our users.

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.

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 New York to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from New York to 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 £78 and takes 20h 10m. 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 £78 to £183. 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 83 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 18h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £139. 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 01:35. 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 FlixBus and Greyhound US. 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

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 to New York and to Chicago

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

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