How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from £69. The average price for this route is around £108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Charlottesville to Chicago is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 09:40.

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

A bus journey from Charlottesville to Chicago produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Charlottesville to Chicago from £68 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Chicago on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 25m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 20m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 55m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 1h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Chicago on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 1h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 20m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 55m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:15	Charlottesville Union Station	23h 25m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville 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 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

23h 45mAverage duration

552 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£69 - £338	Average duration23h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£74 - £1,275	Average duration22h 46m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Chicago?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,462 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87462 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £69

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Charlottesville to Chicago

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from £69. The average price for this route is around £108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Charlottesville to Chicago is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 552 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 09:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Chicago?
A bus journey from Charlottesville to Chicago produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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

27/12

£231

28/12

£254

Today

£214

30/12

£163

31/12

£108

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £108

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

You can expect to pay from £108 to £254 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £108, which is on 2025-12-31.