How much is the bus ticket from Tucson to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to Chicago start from $171. The average price for this route is around $340. 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 Tucson to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Tucson to Chicago is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2320 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tucson to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tucson to Chicago at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Tucson to Chicago generates an estimated 58 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 Tucson 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago from $200 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Greyhound Station	1d 20h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 16h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Greyhound Station	1d 20h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 21h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 20h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 17h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 16h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	U of A	3d 3h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 20h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 18h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	U of A	1d 21h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 16h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	U of A	1d 22h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 21h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	U of A	2d 20h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	Greyhound Station	1d 20h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 16h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	U of A	1d 22h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 21h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	U of A	2d 20h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tucson to Chicago on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	2d 1h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	10:55am	Greyhound Station	1d 16h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30am	U of A	1d 22h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 21h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	U of A	2d 20h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson 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, 22 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

2320 kmDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$171 - $689	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$214 - $1,868	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 211kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tucson and Chicago?

Stops in Tucson

A
Greyhound Station
801 E 12th St, Tucson, AZ 85719
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B
S 12th Ave
5550 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706, USA
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C
Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd
802 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745, 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
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,498 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87498 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 $171

Greyhound Tucson Chicago recent customer reviews

Really bad!! WORSE trip I have ever had! So many set backs, i have not yet reached my destination! About 12 hours left

Alma Isabel B.

November 9, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512,028 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to Chicago start from $171. The average price for this route is around $340. 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 Tucson to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Tucson to Chicago is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2320 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tucson to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tucson to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Tucson to Chicago at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tucson to Chicago?
A bus trip from Tucson to Chicago generates an estimated 58 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 Tucson 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson 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

01-11

$372

01-12

$350

Today

$357

01-14

$312

01-15

$383

01-16

$367

01-17

$347

01-18

$335

The cheapest trip from Tucson to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $312

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

You can expect to pay from $312 to $464 for a bus ticket from Tucson to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $312 which is on 2026-01-14.