Find coaches from Chicago to New York City

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to New York City on 19 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
GW BridgeCheapest
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 431, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

79bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
1144 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 431 - R 5 311Average duration1d 3h
29kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 391 - R 23 824Average duration22h 47m
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to New York City by bus

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to New York City cost?

    The bus ticket price from Chicago to New York City starts at R 1 431. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to New York City 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to New York City?

    The average travel time between Chicago and New York City is around 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1148 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and New York City?

    The number of buses from Chicago to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 79 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to New York City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Chicago to New York City?

    When taking the bus from Chicago to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to New York City?

    Buses travelling between Chicago and New York City leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at GW Bridge, New York Port Authority, Chinatown.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
16/11
R 2 734
17/11
R 2 910
Today
R 2 857
19/11
R 2 540
20/11
R 3 263
21/11
R 4 718
22/11
R 3 492
23/11
R 2 857
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to New York City was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 540

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 540 to R 5 670 for a bus ticket from Chicago to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 540, which is on 2025-11-19.

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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