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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Grand Island | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Grand Island | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:26 AM CST.
Get from Grand Island to Chicago
The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grand Island to Chicago 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 Grand Island to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grand Island to Chicago start from $116. The average price for this route is around $145. 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 Grand Island to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Grand Island to Chicago is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 900 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Grand Island to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grand Island to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Grand Island to Chicago at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grand Island to Chicago?
A bus trip from Grand Island to Chicago generates an estimated 22 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 Grand Island to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grand Island to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Grand Island to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Grand Island to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Grand Island to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $119To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Grand Island to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $119 to $167 for a bus ticket from Grand Island to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2026-01-11.
