Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Topeka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Topeka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Topeka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Topeka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Topeka | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Topeka
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 14 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
3train per day
14h 11mAverage Duration
748 kmDistance
68kgCO₂ emissions
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US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Topeka by bus
How far is Chicago from Topeka?
The distance between Chicago and Topeka is around 748 km (464 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-24
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11-25
$219
Today
$153
11-27
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11-28
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11-29
$133
11-30
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12-01
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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Topeka was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Topeka, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $133 to $219 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-11-29.
