How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville start at R 1 894. The average price for this route is around R 2 690. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Charlottesville?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charlottesville is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 881 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charlottesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Charlottesville produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Charlottesville?

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 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago to Charlottesville?

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 Chicago to Charlottesville?

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 Chicago to Charlottesville from R 1 506 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 9h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlottesville on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 7h	07:05	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:00 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 23 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 633, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 54mAverage duration

889 kmDistance

81kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 894 - R 8 064	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 633 - R 31 784	Average duration23h 54m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Charlottesville?

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
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

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 444 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 693 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Charlottesville by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville start at R 1 894. The average price for this route is around R 2 690. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Charlottesville?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charlottesville is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 881 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Charlottesville at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Charlottesville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Charlottesville produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Charlottesville?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Charlottesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago to Charlottesville?
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 Chicago to Charlottesville?
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

20/12

R 3 115

21/12

R 4 364

Today

R 3 663

23/12

R 2 610

24/12

R 2 362

25/12

No data

26/12

R 2 225

27/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charlottesville was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 225

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 225 to R 6 846 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 225, which is on 2025-12-26.