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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Ocala Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Ocala Bus Stop | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Ocala Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Ocala Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Ocala Bus Stop | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:59 PM CST.
Get from Chicago to Ocala
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Ocala?
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 Ocala
- A4277 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA
- B2020 SW Hwy 484, Ocala, FL 34473, USA
- C
Pilot 424
4032 W Highway 326, Ocala, FL 34470 - D
Ocala Hotels
3600 SW 38th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Ocala 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 Ocala?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Ocala start from $163. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 Ocala?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Ocala is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1481 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Ocala route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Ocala?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Ocala at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Ocala?
A bus trip from Chicago to Ocala generates an estimated 37 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 Ocala?
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 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Ocala?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Ocala?
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 Ocala?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 Ocala was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $165To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Ocala, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $165 to $453 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Ocala based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2025-12-24.
