How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Jacksonville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Jacksonville start from $87. The average price for this route is around $147. 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 Jacksonville?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Jacksonville is 1d , covering a distance of 863 miles (1391 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Jacksonville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville generates an estimated 35 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 Jacksonville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago to Jacksonville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Jacksonville from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 5m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 50m	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:55pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Jacksonville on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 5m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 50m	7:00am	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	7:55pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 2h	1:35pm	Jacksonville Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Jacksonville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Jacksonville. The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d Average Duration

863 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $493	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$128 - $2,821	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville

A
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
B
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,723 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Jacksonville start from $87. The average price for this route is around $147. 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 Jacksonville?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Jacksonville is 1d , covering a distance of 863 miles (1391 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Jacksonville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Jacksonville?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Jacksonville at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville?
A bus trip from Chicago to Jacksonville generates an estimated 35 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 Jacksonville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Jacksonville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Jacksonville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago to Jacksonville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/22

$250

12/23

$295

Today

$183

12/25

$196

12/26

$188

12/27

$182

12/28

$129

12/29

$135

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $319 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Jacksonville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-12-28.