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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Chicago start at R 1 885. The average price for this route is around R 4 287. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from San Jose to Chicago is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 2961 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Chicago produces an estimated 74 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 San Jose to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose 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 San Jose to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Jose to Chicago from R 2 151 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Chicago on 21 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:30	Diridon Station	2d 8h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	2d 5h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	04:30	Diridon Station	2d 8h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	2d 20h	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	06:20	Diridon Station	3d 5h	13:49	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Chicago on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:35	Diridon Station	2d 20h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	04:30	Diridon Station	2d 8h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	04:30	Diridon Station	2d 8h	14:39	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	2d 13h	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	05:35	Diridon Station	3d	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose 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 days, 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 885, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 13hAverage duration

2961 kmDistance

74kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 885 - R 11 177	Average duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 421 - R 53 796	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 269kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Chicago?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
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D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
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E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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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
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 745 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 119 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 San Jose, 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 San Jose to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Chicago start at R 1 885. The average price for this route is around R 4 287. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Chicago is 2d 13h, covering a distance of 2961 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Chicago at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Chicago?
A bus trip from San Jose to Chicago produces an estimated 74 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 San Jose to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose 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 San Jose to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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

18/01

R 3 681

19/01

R 3 681

Today

R 3 681

21/01

R 3 681

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No data

23/01

R 2 797

24/01

R 3 469

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 797

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 797 to R 29 457 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 797, which is on 2026-01-23.

Usually Amtrak 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.