Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Tucumcari | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Tucumcari | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Tucumcari | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Tucumcari | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Tucumcari | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2026-01-11 CST.
Get from Chicago to Tucumcari
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Tucumcari 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 Tucumcari?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Tucumcari start from $179. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 Tucumcari?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Tucumcari is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1578 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Tucumcari route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Tucumcari?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Tucumcari at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Tucumcari?
A bus trip from Chicago to Tucumcari generates an estimated 39 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 Tucumcari?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Tucumcari?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Tucumcari?
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 Tucumcari?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Tucumcari was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $179To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Tucumcari, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $179 to $225 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tucumcari based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2026-01-19.
