How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lafayette start at R 2 137. The average price for this route is around R 3 916. 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 Lafayette?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Lafayette is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1354 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lafayette route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Tornado Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lafayette at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette produces an estimated 34 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 Lafayette?

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 87463 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Lafayette?

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 Lafayette?

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.

Bus Chicago to Lafayette from R 2 084 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Lafayette on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 30m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 40m	21:10	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	1d 9h	23:10	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Lafayette on 10 January
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 8h	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Cheapest
	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 30m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 40m	21:10	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:36 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1354 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 137 - R 8 040	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 001 - R 19 552	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lafayette?

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 Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 967 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tornado Bus

3/5169 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi4.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lafayette, LA 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 Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Lafayette start at R 2 137. The average price for this route is around R 3 916. 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 Lafayette?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Lafayette is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1354 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Lafayette at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette produces an estimated 34 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 Lafayette?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Lafayette?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Lafayette?
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 Lafayette?
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

06/01

R 2 880

07/01

R 2 541

Today

R 2 710

09/01

R 2 829

10/01

R 3 049

11/01

R 2 727

12/01

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13/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 541

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 541 to R 5 252 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 727, which is on 2026-01-11.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.