Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago

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TodayJun 20
from US$183
TomorrowJun 21
from US$137
SunJun 22
from US$134
MonJun 23
from US$129
TueJun 24
from US$135
WedJun 25
from US$129
ThuJun 26
from US$185
FriJun 27
from US$162

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Henrico
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Henrico
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Chicago

Average PriceUS$81 - US$271Average Duration1d 1h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$148 - US$581Average Duration1d 2h
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
US$81Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$115
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses27.784615384615382
Earliest bus departure1:20am
Distance997 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Richmond to Chicago Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Richmond to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Chicago

  1. How far is Richmond from Chicago?

    The distance between Richmond and Chicago is around 995 km (617 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-18
US$218
06-19
US$153
Today
US$175
06-21
US$129
06-22
US$136
06-23
US$123
06-24
US$130
06-25
US$149
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of US$123

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

You can expect to pay from US$123 to US$1,650 for a bus ticket from Richmond to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$123 which is on 2025-06-23.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Richmond to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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