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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Albany | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Albany | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Albany | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Albany | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Albany | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Albany
The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Albany, GA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Albany start from $170. The average price for this route is around $225. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Albany is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 1171 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Albany route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Albany at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Albany?
A bus trip from Chicago to Albany generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Albany, GA was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $159To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Albany, GA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $159 to $171 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Albany, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $159 which is on 2025-12-25.
