Bus from Chicago to Washington, MO, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Washington on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
WashingtonCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
WashingtonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
WashingtonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
WashingtonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
WashingtonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 6 hours 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 27mAverage Duration
467 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$90 - $191Average Duration10h 15m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$60 - $179Average Duration6h 27m
42kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Washington, MO, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Washington start from $90. The average price for this route is around $102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Washington?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Washington is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Washington at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Washington?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Washington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-25
$93
11-26
$126
Today
$92
11-28
$111
11-29
$131
11-30
$128
12-01
$120
12-02
$92
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Washington, MO, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $92

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

You can expect to pay from $92 to $134 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Washington, MO, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $92 which is on 2025-12-02.

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