How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Denver?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Denver start from $67. The average price for this route is around $123. 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 Chicago to Denver?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Denver is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 917 miles (1478 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by Burlington Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Denver route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Burlington Trailways , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Denver at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Denver generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Denver?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Denver?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Denver?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Denver from $74 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	8:15am	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	8:15am	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:15am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 35m	8:45am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	8:15am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00am	Chicago	20h 30m	6:30am	Denver	Fastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	Chicago	20h 30m	6:30am	Denver	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 55m	8:15am	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:20am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 19m	8:20am	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 15m	8:20am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:20am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Denver on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 19m	8:20am	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 15m	8:20am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 9h	8:20am	DENVER	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 18 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

18h 56mAverage Duration

916 milesDistance

134kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $323	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $334	Average Duration18h 56m	CO₂ emissions 134kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Denver?

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

Stops in Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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B
Bus Station
1055 19th St, Denver, CO 80202

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

According to customer reviews, the service received mixed feedback. Some customers enjoyed their trips but mentioned a lack of power on the bus between Lexington NE and Denver CO as an issue. However, there were also reports of a rude driver who yelled at passengers for no reason.

Greyhound Chicago Denver recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed my two trips. My only problem was that our bus did not have power between Lexington NE and Denver CO but it was manageable.

Sarah A.

January 3, 2023

The third driver we had was rude when we started out screaming and cussing at a rider to see his ticket and we all had reboard tickets all because his miscount

Jerome H.

June 22, 2022

Great service

Salvador P.

January 14, 2020

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,462 reviews

Staff4.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Denver 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 Chicago to Denver?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Denver start from $67. The average price for this route is around $123. 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 Chicago to Denver?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Denver is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 917 miles (1478 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Denver route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Denver?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Denver at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Denver?
A bus trip from Chicago to Denver generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Denver?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Denver?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Denver?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Denver?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

11/25

$174

11/26

$137

Today

$133

11/28

$107

11/29

$216

11/30

$267

12/01

$121

12/02

$79

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Denver was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $79

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

You can expect to pay from $79 to $279 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Burlington Trailways 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.