How far is Chicago from Barstow?

The distance between the two cities is 1651 miles (2663 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Barstow leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Travel Center. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Chicago to Barstow from $233 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Barstow on November 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	5:00am	Travel Center	Cheapest
		11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 19h	5:00am	Travel Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:50 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Barstow

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Barstow. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1650 milesDistance

242kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$231 - $427	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$200 - $375	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

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Greyhound

3.5/587,355 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,212 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Barstow?

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

Stops in Barstow

A - Travel Center

B - Barstow Bus Stop near Carl's Jr

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Barstow by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$248

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$233

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Barstow was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $233

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

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