What's the distance between Chicago and Washington by coach?

The journey from Chicago to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 288 miles (465 km).

How can I travel from Chicago to Washington avoiding air travel?

To travel from Chicago to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Chicago to Washington from £50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Washington on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 15m	08:45	Washington	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 5m	08:45	Washington	No tags
Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	08:45	Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Washington on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	08:45	Washington	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 15m	08:45	Washington	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	08:45	Washington	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 5m	08:45	Washington	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	08:45	Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Washington on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 15m	08:45	Washington	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	08:45	Washington	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	08:45	Washington	No tags
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 5m	08:45	Washington	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	08:45	Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Washington on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 15m	08:45	Washington	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 5m	08:45	Washington	No tags
Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	08:45	Washington	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Washington on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 15m	08:45	Washington	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 5m	08:45	Washington	No tags
Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	10h 45m	08:45	Washington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 20:46 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 6 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 27mAverage duration

290 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£49 - £103	Average duration10h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£33 - £97	Average duration6h 27m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87397 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 £55

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Washington, MO, US

What's the distance between Chicago and Washington by coach?
The journey from Chicago to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 288 miles (465 km).
How can I travel from Chicago to Washington avoiding air travel?
To travel from Chicago to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£96

25/11

£50

Today

£68

27/11

£50

28/11

£60

29/11

£71

30/11

£69

01/12

£65

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Washington, MO, US was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £50

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

You can expect to pay from £50 to £97 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Washington, MO, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £50, which is on 2025-11-27.