Bus from Chicago to Greenville, SC: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Greenville on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
1116 Woodruff RdCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
1116 Woodruff RdFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
1116 Woodruff RdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
1116 Woodruff RdNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
1116 Woodruff RdNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:32 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Greenville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
20h 50mAverage Duration
896 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$137 - $582Average Duration20h 50m
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$311 - $2,060Average Duration1d 9h
82kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Greenville, SC by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Greenville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Greenville start from $137. The average price for this route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Greenville?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Greenville is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 896 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Greenville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Greenville?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Greenville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Greenville?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Greenville generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Greenville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Greenville?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Greenville?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Greenville?

    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.

Best price found
11-27
$194
11-28
$261
Today
$307
11-30
$436
12-01
$325
12-02
No data
12-03
$149
12-04
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Greenville, SC was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $514 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

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