Bus from Atlanta, GA to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Chicago on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Atlanta Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Atlanta Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Atlanta Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Atlanta Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Atlanta Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:45 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
16h 20mAverage Duration
931 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$107 - $377Average Duration16h 20m
23kg CO₂e
Average Price$295 - $709Average Duration1d 10h
86kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Chicago by bus

  1. What is the distance between Atlanta and Chicago?

    The distance covered from Atlanta to Chicago is 947 km (587 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Atlanta to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Doraville Tornado Bus Station, in Atlanta, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-24
$237
11-25
$260
Today
$241
11-27
$181
11-28
$198
11-29
$222
11-30
$237
12-01
$153
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $153

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

You can expect to pay from $153 to $457 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to Chicago?

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