How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Saint Paul cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Saint Paul starts at US$48. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

The average travel time between Chicago and Saint Paul is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 559 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Saint Paul?

The number of buses from Chicago to Saint Paul can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Saint Paul by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Saint Paul?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Saint Paul, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines.

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

Buses travelling between Chicago and Saint Paul leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Union Depot, 178 Cesar Chavez St.

Bus Chicago to Saint Paul from US$50 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
	07:10	N Cumberland Ave	8h	15:10	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	05:55	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 10m	23:55	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Saint Paul on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 55m	15:10	Union Depot	Cheapest
	22:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 55m	05:55	Union Depot	Fastest
	00:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 5m	08:40	Union Depot	No tags
	09:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 50m	18:05	Union Depot	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 45m	15:10	Union Depot	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Saint Paul

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Saint Paul. The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

8h 55mAverage duration

569 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$48 - US$184	Average duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$47 - US$194	Average duration7h 51m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Bus Chicago to Saint Paul, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$61

Average bus trip duration8h 55m

Number of daily buses13

Earliest bus departure00:35

Distance569 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87348 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$50

Greyhound Chicago Saint Paul recent customer reviews

Love Greyhound never had a problem until this last trip... had mechanical issues

Deborah C.

12 February 2019

Bus was 2 hours and 10 minutes late--no warning email, text, or phone call, and the bustracker was down for the first hour and 45 minutes. But the driver himself was efficient and friendly enough once we got on board.

Dana S.

24 August 2018

I didn’t get on the bus i feel robbed that was my last money

Zake C.

14 January 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 161 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

WiFi3.2

Amtrak

4/55 562 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5562 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$79

Amtrak Chicago Saint Paul recent customer reviews

It was really cold and there always no heat for the whole trip , really upset

Ibrahim A.

16 January 2024

To bad experience guys delay it 2 times and decide to go with airplane

Jean Paul M.

17 June 2023

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

Chicago to Saint Paul Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Saint Paul?

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 Saint Paul

A - Union Depot

B - 178 Cesar Chavez St

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Saint Paul, US

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Saint Paul cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Saint Paul starts at US$48. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?
The average travel time between Chicago and Saint Paul is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 559 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Saint Paul?
The number of buses from Chicago to Saint Paul can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Saint Paul by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Saint Paul?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Saint Paul, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Saint Paul?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Saint Paul leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Union Depot, 178 Cesar Chavez St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$81

01/11

US$77

Today

US$77

03/11

US$70

04/11

US$58

05/11

US$53

06/11

US$50

07/11

US$53

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Saint Paul, US was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$50

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

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$179 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Saint Paul, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-11-06.

Usually Jefferson Lines, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Saint Paul.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Saint Paul, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Saint Paul that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Saint Paul, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h 55m	Avg priceUS$61	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 51m	Avg priceUS$71	Daily departures4

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