Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Dayton Trotwood Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:56 AM CST.
Get from Chicago to Dayton
The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Dayton?
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
Stops in Dayton
- A
Greater Dayton Trotwood RTA Bus Stop
2075 Shiloh Springs Rd, Dayton, OH 45426
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Dayton 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 Dayton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Dayton start from $51. The average price for this route is around $81. 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 Dayton?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Dayton is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 353 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Dayton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Dayton?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Dayton at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Dayton?
A bus trip from Chicago to Dayton generates an estimated 9 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 Dayton?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Dayton?
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 Dayton?
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 Dayton?
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 Dayton was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $57To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Dayton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $213 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Dayton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound 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.
