How much is the bus ticket from Orlando to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Orlando to Chicago start from $124. The average price for this route is around $216. 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 Orlando to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Orlando to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1569 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Orlando to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Orlando to Chicago at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Orlando to Chicago 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 Orlando to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando to Chicago from $150 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on December 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 1h	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	The Florida Mall	1d 4h	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	The Florida Mall	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	The Florida Mall	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:45pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 1h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Orlando to Chicago on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	The Florida Mall	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:40pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:15am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 4h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	Orlando Bus Station	1d 2h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:30pm	Orlando Bus Station	1d 3h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Orlando 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, 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

1569 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $661	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$186 - $3,677	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Orlando and Chicago?

Stops in Orlando

A
Orlando Bus Station
555 N John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32805
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B
Orlando RedCoach Station
RedCoach Station, 1777 McCoy Road, Orlando, FL 32809
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C
Jet Set Express Terminal
Jet Set Express Terminal, 3718 LB Mcleod Rd., 32805 Orlando, FL,, United States
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D
Disney World
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort, 1701 West Buena Vista Dr., Orlando, FL 32830
E
International Dr SuperTours Terminal
5419 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, USA
F
Seaworld Hotels
10100 International Drive , Orlando, 32821

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,801 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,462 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to customer reviews, there are complaints about the service provided by the bus company. Customers mention unpleasant experiences with unfriendly staff, questionable individuals at bus stops, and a lack of food options. Additionally, some customers report that their buses were cancelled without any prior notification.

Greyhound Orlando Chicago recent customer reviews

They should clean the buses better. A roach crawled on me. I was uncomfortable the whole ride.

Kiwaun S.

January 23, 2019

horrible cranky workers sketchy people at bus stops no food options

Amy Z.

December 29, 2022

bus was cancelled and we were never informed

Edward O.

September 30, 2022

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Orlando 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 Orlando to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Orlando to Chicago start from $124. The average price for this route is around $216. 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 Orlando to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Orlando to Chicago is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1569 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Orlando to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Orlando to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Orlando to Chicago at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Orlando to Chicago?
A bus trip from Orlando to Chicago 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 Orlando to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando 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

12-27

$384

12-28

$355

Today

$335

12-30

$342

12-31

$223

The cheapest trip from Orlando to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $503 for a bus ticket from Orlando to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-31.