How far is Memphis from Chicago by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Memphis by coach is approximately 481 miles (775 km).

Is there a way to reach Memphis from Chicago without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Chicago to Memphis from £43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	13h 20m	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 35m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Memphis on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	08:00	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	06:30	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	01:40	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	20:45	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

13h 20mAverage duration

477 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£44 - £173	Average duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£69 - £340	Average duration14h 22m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Memphis?

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

Stops in Memphis

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,391 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 20 reviews, Greyhound received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the timeliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £44

Greyhound Chicago Memphis recent customer reviews

I didn’t ride the greyhound back been trying to get refunds for cancelled trip customer service was awful worst experience ever I was stranded in Chicago

Willie T.

14 May 2023

I never made it my $70 went in vain because they did not explain that the bus station on 95th and Dan Ryan close at 1:00 I couldn't print out my tickets and I could not get another ticket so that I could catch a later bus so I just lost out on my money which I end up being stuck at the dang on train station and did not have a way home so no I'm not satisfied

Shree B.

5 December 2021

Driver from Chicago to St Louis was not as friendly a little snappy. Driver from St. Louis to Memphis very pleasant

Emily D.

13 December 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,413 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Memphis, TN

How far is Memphis from Chicago by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Memphis by coach is approximately 481 miles (775 km).
Is there a way to reach Memphis from Chicago without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching 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.

Best price found

21/11

£156

22/11

£105

Today

£91

24/11

£85

25/11

£99

26/11

£105

27/11

£61

28/11

£67

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £61

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

You can expect to pay from £61 to £218 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £61, which is on 2025-11-27.

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.