Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Grinnell | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Grinnell | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Grinnell | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Grinnell | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Grinnell
The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Grinnell 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 Grinnell?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Grinnell start from $44. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Grinnell?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Grinnell is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 263 miles (424 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Grinnell route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Grinnell?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Grinnell at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Grinnell?
A bus trip from Chicago to Grinnell generates an estimated 11 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 Grinnell?
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 Grinnell?
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 Grinnell?
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 Grinnell?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Grinnell was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Grinnell, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $131 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Grinnell based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-25.
