According to 22 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the power outlets. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $42
Greyhound Chicago Louisville recent customer reviews
Indianapolis Greyhound staff was extremely disorganized and did a very poor job of keeping travelers informed.
2 out of 5 stars
Hayley F.
The bus was not as clean and the wifi doesn't work.Though it is free it should work.
Based on 11477 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $64
Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $124
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Louisville 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 Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Louisville start from $42. The average price for this route is around $77. 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 Louisville?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Louisville is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 418 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Louisville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Louisville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Louisville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Louisville generates an estimated 10 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 Louisville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Louisville?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Louisville?
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 Louisville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.
Best price found
11-28
$155
11-29
$204
Today
$217
12-01
$118
12-02
$66
12-03
$58
12-04
$59
12-05
$61
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Louisville was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $58
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Louisville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $228 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Louisville was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $58
