Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Baldwin Park/El Monte | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:38 AM PST.
Get from El Monte to Chicago
The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 819, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Chicago?
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
Compare bus companies
Based on 87492 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 R 3 827
Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Monte, US to Chicago 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 El Monte to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Monte to Chicago start at R 3 819. The average price for this route is around R 4 149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from El Monte to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from El Monte to Chicago is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 2785 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the El Monte to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Monte to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from El Monte to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Monte to Chicago?
A bus trip from El Monte to Chicago produces an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Monte, US to Chicago was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 705To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Monte, US to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 705 to R 4 638 for a bus ticket from El Monte, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 705, which is on 2026-01-10.
