How much is the bus ticket from Topeka to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Topeka to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Topeka to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Topeka to Chicago is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Topeka to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Topeka to Chicago at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Topeka to Chicago generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Topeka to Chicago from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	21h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	15h 25m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	16h 55m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	21h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 5m	1:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	6:40am	Topeka	1d 1h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	11h 45m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	12h 10m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	11h 45m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	15h 25m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	12h 10m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	16h 55m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	12h 10m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	11h 45m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	15h 25m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	16h 55m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Topeka to Chicago on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	15h 25m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	11h 45m	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	12h 10m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Topeka	20h 35m	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Topeka	16h 55m	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Topeka to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

15h 35mAverage Duration

748 kmDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $517	Average Duration15h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $783	Average Duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Based on 87517 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 $110

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Topeka 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 Topeka to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Topeka to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Topeka to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Topeka to Chicago is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Topeka to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Topeka to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Topeka to Chicago at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Topeka to Chicago?
A bus trip from Topeka to Chicago generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-23

$212

01-24

$158

Today

$119

01-26

$109

01-27

$161

01-28

$163

01-29

$113

01-30

$117

The cheapest trip from Topeka to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $316 for a bus ticket from Topeka to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2026-01-26.