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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Greyhound Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Nashville to Chicago
The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Nashville and Chicago?
Stops in Nashville
- A709 5th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203
- B4033 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nashville, TN 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 Nashville to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nashville to Chicago start from $80. The average price for this route is around $123. 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 Nashville to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Nashville to Chicago is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 641 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Nashville to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nashville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Nashville to Chicago at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nashville to Chicago?
A bus trip from Nashville to Chicago generates an estimated 16 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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.
The cheapest trip from Nashville, TN to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nashville, TN to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $315 for a bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
