What is the travel distance from Chicago to Lafayette?

About 839 miles (1353 km) separate Chicago and Lafayette.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Chicago to Lafayette start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at TA Travel Center - Lafayette. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Chicago to Lafayette from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Lafayette on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	9:10pm	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 40m	9:10pm	Lafayette Transit System	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	3:05am	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 5h	3:05am	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	1:25am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Lafayette on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 55m	9:05am	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
	Bus	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	8:15am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	9:05am	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 40m	9:10pm	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 30m	8:15am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

830 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $368	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$311 - $1,250	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Lafayette?

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 Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,388 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

3.5/511,401 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.

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $326 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Lafayette, LA by bus

What is the travel distance from Chicago to Lafayette?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Lafayette?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/20

$236

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$217

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$209

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $209

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

You can expect to pay from $209 to $360 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $209 which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.