How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Denver starts at R 1 154. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Denver is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Denver?

The average travel time between Chicago and Denver is around 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1478 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Denver?

The number of buses from Chicago to Denver can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Denver by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Denver?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Denver, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Denver?

Buses travelling between Chicago and Denver leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Union Station, Bus Station.

Bus Chicago to Denver from R 1 301 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00	Chicago	20h 30m	06:30	Denver	Fastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	11:00	Chicago	20h 30m	06:30	Denver	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Denver on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	08:15	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	08:15	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	08:45	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	08:15	DENVER	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:32 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 18 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 514, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

18h 56mAverage duration

1478 kmDistance

134kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 154 - R 5 348	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 514 - R 13 797	Average duration18h 56m	CO₂ emissions 134kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to customer reviews, the service received mixed feedback. Some customers enjoyed their trips but mentioned a lack of power on the bus between Lexington NE and Denver CO as an issue. However, there were also reports of a rude driver who yelled at passengers for no reason.

Greyhound Chicago Denver recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed my two trips. My only problem was that our bus did not have power between Lexington NE and Denver CO but it was manageable.

Sarah A.

3 January 2023

The third driver we had was rude when we started out screaming and cussing at a rider to see his ticket and we all had reboard tickets all because his miscount

Jerome H.

22 June 2022

Great service

Salvador P.

14 January 2020

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Amtrak

4/55 593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 378 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Denver?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Denver

A - Union Station

B - Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Denver by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Denver starts at R 1 154. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Denver is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Denver?
The average travel time between Chicago and Denver is around 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1478 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Denver?
The number of buses from Chicago to Denver can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Denver by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Denver?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Denver, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Denver?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Denver leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Union Station, Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

17/11

R 2 796

18/11

R 3 428

Today

R 2 128

20/11

R 2 057

21/11

R 1 934

22/11

R 1 882

23/11

R 1 723

24/11

R 2 409

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Denver was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 723

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 723 to R 4 897 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 723, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually Burlington Trailways 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.