Bus from Chicago to Nashville, TN: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Nashville on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:44 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Nashville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
10h 40mAverage Duration
387 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Nashville, TN 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 Nashville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Nashville start from $40. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Nashville?

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Nashville is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 387 miles (624 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Nashville at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Nashville generates an estimated 16 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 Nashville?

    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 87387 reviews.

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

    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 Nashville?

    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 Nashville?

    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
11/26
$91
11/27
$92
Today
$76
11/29
$84
11/30
$149
12/01
$67
12/02
No data
12/03
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Nashville, TN was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $268 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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