Bus from Chicago to Brownsville: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Brownsville on 18 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
BROWNSVILLE, TXCheapest
Tornado BusBus
Chicago, IL
La Plaza at Brownsville TerminalFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
BROWNSVILLE, TXNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
BROWNSVILLE, TXNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
BROWNSVILLE, TXNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:40 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Brownsville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 932, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
1979 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Brownsville by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Brownsville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Brownsville start at R 1 932. The average price for this route is around R 4 817. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Brownsville?

    The average bus journey time from Chicago to Brownsville is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1979 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Brownsville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Brownsville?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Brownsville at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Brownsville?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Brownsville produces an estimated 49 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Brownsville?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Brownsville?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Brownsville?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Brownsville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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.

Best price found
14/01
R 4 614
15/01
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R 4 614
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Brownsville was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 614

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 614 to R 4 865 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Brownsville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 614, which is on 2026-01-18.

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