How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start at R 404. The average price for this route is around R 575. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 174 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 4 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 Lafayette to Chicago?

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 Lafayette to Chicago?

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 Lafayette to Chicago?

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 Lafayette to Chicago?

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 Lafayette to Chicago from R 376 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 10m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	17:10	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	18:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 15m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	18:10	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 35m	19:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 10m	23:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:10	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	18:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 20m	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	09:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 35m	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 20m	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	09:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 35m	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Lafayette to Chicago on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 40m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 55m	08:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	09:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	2h 35m	11:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Lafayette Bus Stop	3h 15m	10:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 404, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

2h 30mAverage duration

174 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 404 - R 1 913	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 604 - R 1 168	Average duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Chicago?

Stops in Lafayette

A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 722 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting that the bus ride was fast and comfortable as advertised. They appreciated the cleanliness of the bus, cool air conditioning throughout the journey, and found drivers to be friendly and professional.

FlixBus Lafayette Chicago recent customer reviews

I was informed the bus was late. I do not want to wait outside and cold so I decided to hang out in the lobby up an apartment complex however bus came and left without confirming all the passengers I had to repay to be on the next ride because it was third-party. No empathy or compassionate at all by the Customer Service at all.

Hassan N.

30 October 2025

The bus was 1 hour and 17 minutes late. It was supposed to pick me up at 9:45 and it finally came at 11:02. I called the company three times during that period and they couldn’t tell me where the bus was. I am very dissatisfied with this service that wasted so much of my time. Completely unacceptable.

Jason V.

14 December 2023

Fast and comfortable. As advertised.

Bradley G.

28 June 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

According to 48 reviews, Greyhound received a 2.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location, but some complained about the value for money. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 404

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Lafayette Chicago recent customer reviews

they lost my back pack that had my 3 outfits and my play station 5 and my hygiene,and underwear.

Beverly W.

8 December 2025

I enjoyed the fact that I got to my destination safely, I didn’t enjoy the fact that this was my 13yo daughters’ first time riding & the driver was loudly being trained as well a intoxicated passenger having an argument with another passenger who asked him if he wanted to get shot for falling over on him which frightened my daughter & she was nervous the entire ride until they got off (before us). We normally drive & I wasn’t expecting that to be her first experience on a Greyhound travel bus so never again! At least not with her!

Fatima P.

2 July 2025

Their bus to Chicago was terribly late. I was waiting in the cold with my luggage for my bus for around 50 minutes. Also, their onboard Wi-Fi did not work either.

Sebastian A.

29 November 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start at R 404. The average price for this route is around R 575. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Chicago is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 174 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Chicago at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Chicago produces an estimated 4 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 Lafayette to Chicago?
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 Lafayette to Chicago?
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 Lafayette to Chicago?
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 Lafayette to Chicago?
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

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

Best price found

22/12

R 734

23/12

R 700

Today

R 631

25/12

R 495

26/12

R 529

27/12

R 469

28/12

R 529

29/12

R 486

The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Chicago was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 469

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

You can expect to pay from R 469 to R 1 689 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, IN to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 469, which is on 2025-12-27.

Usually Greyhound 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.