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

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Nashville starts at R 757. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Nashville 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 Nashville?

The average travel time between Chicago and Nashville is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 638 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Chicago to Nashville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Nashville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Nashville?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Nashville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

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

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

Bus Chicago to Nashville from R 887 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 50m	08:30	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 40m	01:25	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 5m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 50m	08:30	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	16:30	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 5m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	16:30	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 15m	01:25	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	16:30	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	14h 25m	20:10	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 5m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	16:30	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	14h 25m	20:10	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Nashville on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	15:55	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	03:50	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	16:30	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	00:20	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	14h 25m	20:10	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Chicago to Nashville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 757, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

10h 40mAverage duration

624 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 358 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 17 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 757

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago Nashville recent customer reviews

bus driver had a heart attack in the middle of the highway!!! had to wait 3 hours for a new bus driver, arrived 5 hours late in our destination

Lilia-di-dayana A.

29 June 2024

The trip from Chicago to Nashville was very good I met some ladies on the Harrison station who where very nice I was very helped by the team there...my problem is with the return ticket because I was there in time and they let us understand that the Bus will be 2 hours late so I move outside very quick to buy something and I get back at 7:12 but they let me know that the Bus left I was so confused for someone who’s experiencing for the first time the company service and I supposed to pay 20$

Gloria A.

19 January 2020

There were so disrespectful and we were supposed to arrive at 2:50 but we dis at 6:00 am

Sultan A.

27 June 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 570 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Nashville?

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 Nashville

A - Greyhound Bus Station

B - Nashville Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Nashville, TN by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Nashville starts at R 757. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Nashville 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 Nashville?
The average travel time between Chicago and Nashville is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 638 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Nashville?
The number of buses from Chicago to Nashville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Nashville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Nashville?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Nashville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Nashville?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Nashville leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Greyhound Bus Station, Nashville 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

06/11

R 1 526

07/11

No data

Today

R 1 313

09/11

R 1 189

10/11

R 887

11/11

No data

12/11

R 914

13/11

R 976

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Nashville, TN was searched and found on 10 Nov 2025 with a price of R 887

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

You can expect to pay from R 887 to R 3 441 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 887, which is on 2025-11-10.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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