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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Pacific Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Fastest | |||||
| Pacific Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | |||||
| Pacific Central Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vancouver to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Chicago?
Stops in Vancouver
- A1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada
- C1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
- D999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
- E
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2, Canada - F
Coal Harbour
510 Nicola St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E7, Canada
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vancouver, CA 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Vancouver to Chicago start from £174. The average price for this route is around £184. 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Vancouver to Chicago is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 1774 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vancouver to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Chicago at 12:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Chicago?
A bus journey from Vancouver to Chicago produces an estimated 71 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Chicago was searched and found on 2 Jan 2026 with a price of £169To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vancouver, CA to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £169 to £1,906 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Chicago based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £169, which is on 2026-01-02.
Usually Amtrak 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 Vancouver, CA to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
