Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | BROWNSVILLE, TX | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago, IL | La Plaza at Brownsville Terminal | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | BROWNSVILLE, TX | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | BROWNSVILLE, TX | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | BROWNSVILLE, TX | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:40 PM CST.
Get from Chicago to Brownsville
The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Brownsville?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Brownsville 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 Brownsville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Brownsville start from $164. The average price for this route is around $409. 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 Brownsville?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Brownsville is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1979 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Brownsville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Brownsville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Brownsville at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Brownsville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Brownsville generates an estimated 49 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 Brownsville?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Brownsville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Brownsville?
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 Brownsville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Brownsville was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $392To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Brownsville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $392 to $413 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Brownsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $392 which is on 2026-01-18.
