How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Chicago start from $125. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Raleigh to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1032 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Chicago at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Chicago generates an estimated 26 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chicago from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh 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	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	10:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 9h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 10h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 4h	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 4h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 3h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:15pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	1d 17h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 1h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 3h	1:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:45am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	1d	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 2h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:25pm	Raleigh Bus Station	1d 3h	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh 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, 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1032 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $622	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$154 - $645	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Chicago?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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

3.5/511,472 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Chicago start from $125. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Raleigh to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Raleigh to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1032 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Raleigh to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Chicago at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Chicago?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Chicago generates an estimated 26 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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

11-27

$284

11-28

$337

Today

$491

11-30

$505

12-01

$319

12-02

$248

12-03

$197

12-04

$172

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $172

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

You can expect to pay from $172 to $722 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Greyhound 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.