How much is the bus ticket from Spartanburg to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago start from £68. The average price for this route is around £113. 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Spartanburg to Chicago is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 554 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Spartanburg to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Spartanburg to Chicago at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:05.

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

A bus journey from Spartanburg to Chicago produces an estimated 22 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg to Chicago from £62 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Spartanburg to Chicago on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	23h 30m	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	20h 10m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	1d 12h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 20m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Spartanburg to Chicago on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	22h	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	20h 10m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	1d 12h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 20m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Spartanburg to Chicago on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	22h	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 30m	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 50m	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	20h 10m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Spartanburg to Chicago on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	22h 10m	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 30m	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 50m	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	20h 10m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Spartanburg to Chicago on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 30m	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:20	Spartanburg	18h 50m	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:05	Spartanburg	20h 10m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 45m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40	Spartanburg	20h 20m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Spartanburg 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 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

20h 45mAverage duration

554 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£68 - £258	Average duration20h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£128 - £936	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Spartanburg and Chicago?

Stops in Spartanburg

A
Super Acapulco
9133 Fairforest Rd. Spartanburg, SC , C.P. 29301
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B
Spartanburg Bus Stop
1402 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29307, USA
C
Sparta Passenger Center
100 Liberty St, Spartanburg, SC 29306, USA

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

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,159 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Spartanburg to Chicago start from £68. The average price for this route is around £113. 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Spartanburg to Chicago is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 554 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Spartanburg to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Spartanburg to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Spartanburg to Chicago at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Spartanburg to Chicago?
A bus journey from Spartanburg to Chicago produces an estimated 22 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 Spartanburg to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg 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.

Best price found

25/01

£92

26/01

£128

Today

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28/01

£145

29/01

£84

30/01

£103

31/01

£117

01/02

£87

The cheapest trip from Spartanburg to Chicago was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £84

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

You can expect to pay from £84 to £169 for a bus ticket from Spartanburg to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £84, which is on 2026-01-29.