How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Chicago start from $93. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to Chicago is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1122 miles (1810 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Chicago at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago generates an estimated 45 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Albuquerque to Chicago from $141 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 22h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 22h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	9:20am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 17h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:20am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	5:20am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 5h	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 8h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:27 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1125 milesDistance

165kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $444	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $323	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 165kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Chicago?

Stops in Albuquerque

A
Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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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
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albuquerque, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Chicago start from $93. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to Chicago is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1122 miles (1810 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albuquerque to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Chicago at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago?
A bus trip from Albuquerque to Chicago generates an estimated 45 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$393

11/27

$265

Today

$373

11/29

$418

11/30

$326

12/01

$233

12/02

$214

12/03

$186

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $186

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

You can expect to pay from $186 to $541 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-12-03.