How much does a bus ticket from San Antonio to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from San Antonio to Chicago starts at R 1 885. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Antonio to Chicago 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 San Antonio to Chicago?

The average travel time between San Antonio and Chicago is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 22h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1693 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Antonio and Chicago?

The number of buses from San Antonio to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Antonio to Chicago?

When taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago?

Buses travelling between San Antonio and Chicago leave from San Antonio Bus Station or Tornado I-35 and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Bus San Antonio to Chicago from R 2 085 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 7h	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 8h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 3h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 10h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 8h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 6h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 10h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 8h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:05	Tornado I-35	23h 35m	10:40	Chicago, IL	No tags

Next departures from San Antonio to Chicago on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:10	Tornado I-35	22h 45m	10:55	Chicago, IL	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:05	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:30	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 9h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:05	Tornado I-35	23h 35m	10:40	Chicago, IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio 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 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 885, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1681 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 885 - R 8 044	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 126 - R 11 473	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87378 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 1 982

Greyhound San Antonio Chicago recent customer reviews

Leaving from Memphis we back tracked to Arkansas. The bus driver kept stopping and not letting anyone know what's going on. I even asked her what was going on and why we kept stopping and she ignored me. The bus broke down 2 hrs away from Chicago. We were supposed to arrive in Chicago downtown around 6am and did not arrive until after 10am. I also paid for two seats for me and my child and he had to sit on my lap because the bus was so crowded and uncomfortable.

Ashley F.

18 August 2019

The Bus was very hot the driver kepts stopping to go to the bathroom the bus broke down & finally the driver wouldnt take me to the stopping point he said that was the end of where was going. Not according to what was purchased. Had to walk rest of the way. I was not satisfied with this service at all. I am a musician performer travel all the time meet a lot of people & all my fans musician friends & relatives will be hearing about why not to book with this company. Unsatisfied Customer.

Alex P.

17 May 2018

Terrible reliability on time schedule.

Lee V.

12 May 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

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Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Chicago?

Stops in San Antonio

A - San Antonio Bus Station

B - Tornado I-35

C - San Antonio, TX

D - 4407 S PanAm Expy #101

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to Chicago by bus

How much does a bus ticket from San Antonio to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from San Antonio to Chicago starts at R 1 885. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Antonio to Chicago 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 San Antonio to Chicago?
The average travel time between San Antonio and Chicago is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 22h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1693 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Antonio and Chicago?
The number of buses from San Antonio to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Antonio to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Antonio to Chicago?
When taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Antonio to Chicago?
Buses travelling between San Antonio and Chicago leave from San Antonio Bus Station or Tornado I-35 and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

R 4 153

17/11

R 4 348

Today

R 3 641

19/11

R 2 722

20/11

R 3 694

21/11

R 4 153

22/11

R 3 287

23/11

R 2 969

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Chicago was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 722

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 722 to R 4 684 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 722, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.