How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to San Antonio?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to San Antonio start at R 1 567. The average price for this route is around R 2 965. 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 San Antonio?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Antonio is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1691 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Antonio route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Antonio at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to San Antonio produces an estimated 42 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 San Antonio?

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 87500 reviews.

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

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio from R 2 588 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 22h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 21h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	21:10	Pearl District	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	22h 13m	12:13	Tornado I-35	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	22h 13m	12:13	Tornado I-35	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	17:35	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 13h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	22h 13m	12:13	Tornado I-35	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	21:10	Pearl District	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 18h	00:20	Pearl District	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	14:00	Chicago, IL	22h 13m	12:13	Tornado I-35	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 18h	00:20	Pearl District	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	22h 30m	12:00	Tornado I-35	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 13h	23:25	Pearl District	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to San Antonio on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Chicago, IL	22h 30m	12:00	Tornado I-35	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 1h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	23:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 567, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

1d 6hAverage duration

1691 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 567 - R 9 356	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 002 - R 18 194	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and San Antonio?

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 San Antonio

A
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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B
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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C
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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D
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.9

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 129 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to San Antonio start at R 1 567. The average price for this route is around R 2 965. 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 San Antonio?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to San Antonio is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1691 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to San Antonio route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to San Antonio?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to San Antonio at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to San Antonio?
A bus trip from Chicago to San Antonio produces an estimated 42 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 San Antonio?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to San Antonio?
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 San Antonio?
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 San Antonio?
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

19/01

R 4 245

20/01

R 4 245

Today

R 4 245

22/01

R 4 245

23/01

R 4 245

24/01

R 4 245

25/01

R 2 588

26/01

R 4 245

The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 588

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 588 to R 4 494 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 588, which is on 2026-01-25.

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.