How much is the bus ticket from Durham to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Durham to Chicago start from £96. The average price for this route is around £192. 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 Durham to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Durham to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 619 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Durham to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Durham to Chicago at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

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

A bus journey from Durham to Chicago produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Durham to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham to Chicago from £82 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Durham to Chicago on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:45	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 6h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	17:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 4h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	17:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 6h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	21:15	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	1d 3h	23:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham 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, 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

619 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£96 - £348	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£152 - £1,210	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Chicago?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
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C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
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D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, 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

FlixBus

3.5/512,006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,494 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durham, NC, US 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 Durham to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Durham to Chicago start from £96. The average price for this route is around £192. 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 Durham to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Durham to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 619 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Chicago at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Chicago?
A bus journey from Durham to Chicago produces an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Durham to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Durham 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 Durham 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.

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£142

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£136

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£128

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The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Chicago was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £128

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

You can expect to pay from £128 to £189 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £128, which is on 2026-01-12.