How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Providence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Providence start at R 1 722. The average price for this route is around R 2 458. 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 Providence?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Providence is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1343 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Providence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Providence at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Providence 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 Providence?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.

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

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 Providence?

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 Providence?

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 Providence from R 1 549 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 11h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 3 January
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 5h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 11h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 19h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 13h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 11h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Providence on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Cheapest
	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	00:05	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	20:00	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 11h	11:55	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 722, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1343 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 722 - R 4 134	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 281 - R 12 850	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Providence?

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 Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
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B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
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C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 856 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 472 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Providence start at R 1 722. The average price for this route is around R 2 458. 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 Providence?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Providence is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1343 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Providence at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Providence?
A bus trip from Chicago to Providence 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 Providence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Providence?
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 Providence?
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 Providence?
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

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Providence was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 795

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 795 to R 4 183 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Providence based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 795, which is on 2026-01-07.