Bus Tickets from Chicago to Petersburg

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TodayJun 25
from US$147
TomorrowJun 26
from US$137
FriJun 27
SatJun 28
from US$140
SunJun 29
MonJun 30
from US$149
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WedJul 2

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 28 at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 26 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Arrival time: June 27 at
    Destination city: Petersburg
    Destination location: Petersburg Transportation Center
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Petersburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$108 - US$278Average Duration1d 6h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$239 - US$1,841Average Duration1d 1h
92kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Petersburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$108Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Petersburg: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$178
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses7.785714285714285
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance1009 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Petersburg Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Petersburg, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Petersburg

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Petersburg?

    Chicago and Petersburg are 1019 km (632 miles) apart.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-23
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06-24
US$178
Today
US$136
06-26
US$129
06-27
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06-28
US$139
06-29
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06-30
US$142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Petersburg was searched and found on Jun 26, 2025 with a price of US$129

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

You can expect to pay from US$129 to US$250 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$129 which is on 2025-06-26.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Petersburg!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Petersburg.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Petersburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Petersburg?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Petersburg

You can also go to Petersburg by train

Train from Chicago to Petersburg

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