How much is the bus ticket from Miami to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to Chicago start from $136. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 Miami to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Miami to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1896 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Miami to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Miami to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Miami to Chicago at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Miami to Chicago?

A bus trip from Miami to Chicago generates an estimated 47 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 Miami to Chicago?

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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Miami to Chicago?

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 Miami to Chicago?

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 Miami to Chicago?

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.

Bus Miami to Chicago from $185 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 11h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:35pm	Golden Glades Interchange	1d 7h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Golden Glades Interchange	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 8h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 6h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 7h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 10h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 9h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Miami to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1896 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $578	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$200 - $2,088	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 173kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Miami and Chicago?

Stops in Miami

A
Miami International Airport
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B
Bayside Marketplace
373 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
C
MIA Airport Clarion
5301 NW 36th St, , Miami, FL 33166, , United States
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D
Downtown Holiday Inn
340 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
E
Cruise Port
1015 N America Way, Miami, FL 33132-2002,, United States
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F
North Miami Beach Greyhound
16000 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33169, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Miami, FL 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 Miami to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to Chicago start from $136. The average price for this route is around $224. 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 Miami to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Miami to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1896 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Miami to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Miami to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Miami to Chicago at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Miami to Chicago?
A bus trip from Miami to Chicago generates an estimated 47 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 Miami to Chicago?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Miami to Chicago?
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 Miami to Chicago?
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 Miami to Chicago?
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.

Best price found

11-26

$439

11-27

$390

Today

$587

11-29

$693

11-30

$359

12-01

$349

12-02

$273

12-03

$227

The cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $227

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

You can expect to pay from $227 to $756 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $227 which is on 2025-12-03.