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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. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lafayette Transit System | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lafayette?
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
Stops in Lafayette
- A1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
- B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501 - C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Lafayette, LA
How far is Lafayette from Chicago by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Lafayette by coach is approximately 839 miles (1353 km).
Is there a way to reach Lafayette from Chicago without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £163To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Lafayette, LA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £163 to £305 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £185, which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Lafayette, LA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
