Bus from Chicago to Montgomery, AL: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Montgomery on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Montgomery, ALCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Montgomery, ALFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Montgomery, ALNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Montgomery, ALNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Montgomery, ALNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:49 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Montgomery

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
20h 30mAverage Duration
659 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Montgomery, AL by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Montgomery?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Montgomery start from $117. The average price for this route is around $197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Montgomery?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Montgomery is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 659 miles (1063 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Montgomery route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Montgomery?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Montgomery at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Montgomery?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Montgomery generates an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Montgomery?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Montgomery?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Montgomery?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Montgomery?

    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
12/24
$240
12/25
$198
Today
$202
12/27
$215
12/28
No data
12/29
No data
12/30
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12/31
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Montgomery, AL was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $198

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

You can expect to pay from $198 to $285 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Montgomery, AL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2025-12-27.

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