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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | UC Riverside | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Riverside Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | |||||
| Riverside Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | UC Riverside | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
| Riverside Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just $218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Chicago?
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, 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 Riverside, CA 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 Riverside to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Chicago start from $228. The average price for this route is around $396. 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 Riverside to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Riverside to Chicago is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 2733 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riverside to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Chicago at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Chicago?
A bus trip from Riverside to Chicago generates an estimated 68 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 Riverside to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riverside 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 Riverside to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Riverside, CA to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $441To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $441 to $3,909 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $441 which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
