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 | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Mt Vernon (Mcdonalds) | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Mount Vernon
The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL 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 Mount Vernon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Mount Vernon start from $68. The average price for this route is around $183. 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 Mount Vernon?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Mount Vernon is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 406 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Mount Vernon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Mount Vernon at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
A bus trip from Chicago to Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?
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 Mount Vernon?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Mount Vernon?
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 Mount Vernon?
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 Mount Vernon, IL was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $132To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $132 to $431 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Mount Vernon, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 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.
