How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Chicago start from $153. The average price for this route is around $252. 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 San Antonio to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1697 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

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

A bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago generates an estimated 42 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 San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Antonio to Chicago from $196 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 8h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	1d 12h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:05am	Tornado I-35	23h 35m	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:05am	Tornado I-35	23h 35m	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 7h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	2d 3h	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10pm	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	11:54am	Tornado I-35	22h 46m	10:40am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio 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, 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1697 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$153 - $527	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$173 - $931	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Chicago?

Stops in San Antonio

A
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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B
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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C
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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D
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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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

Tornado Bus

3/5157 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

Greyhound

3.5/587,408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87408 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $161

Greyhound San Antonio Chicago recent customer reviews

Leaving from Memphis we back tracked to Arkansas. The bus driver kept stopping and not letting anyone know what's going on. I even asked her what was going on and why we kept stopping and she ignored me. The bus broke down 2 hrs away from Chicago. We were supposed to arrive in Chicago downtown around 6am and did not arrive until after 10am. I also paid for two seats for me and my child and he had to sit on my lap because the bus was so crowded and uncomfortable.

Ashley F.

August 18, 2019

The Bus was very hot the driver kepts stopping to go to the bathroom the bus broke down & finally the driver wouldnt take me to the stopping point he said that was the end of where was going. Not according to what was purchased. Had to walk rest of the way. I was not satisfied with this service at all. I am a musician performer travel all the time meet a lot of people & all my fans musician friends & relatives will be hearing about why not to book with this company. Unsatisfied Customer.

Alex P.

May 17, 2018

Terrible reliability on time schedule.

Lee V.

May 12, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,475 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Chicago start from $153. The average price for this route is around $252. 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 San Antonio to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Chicago is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1697 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago?
A bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago generates an estimated 42 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 San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.

Best price found

11-27

$379

11-28

$380

Today

$679

11-30

$380

12-01

$380

12-02

$329

12-03

$230

12-04

$277

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $230

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

You can expect to pay from $230 to $753 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $230 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, Tornado Bus 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.