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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Chicago to Nashville from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Nashville on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h	8:30am	Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 1m	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 5m	3:55pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Nashville on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	4:30pm	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	3:50am	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 30m	8:10pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	12:20am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Nashville on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:59pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 1m	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	9h 10m	3:50am	Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 20m	4:30pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 20m	12:20am	Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	3:55pm	Greyhound Bus Station	No 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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Nashville?

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 Nashville

A
Greyhound Bus Station
709 5th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203
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B
Nashville Bus Station
4033 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago Nashville recent customer reviews

bus driver had a heart attack in the middle of the highway!!! had to wait 3 hours for a new bus driver, arrived 5 hours late in our destination

Lilia-di-dayana A.

June 29, 2024

The trip from Chicago to Nashville was very good I met some ladies on the Harrison station who where very nice I was very helped by the team there...my problem is with the return ticket because I was there in time and they let us understand that the Bus will be 2 hours late so I move outside very quick to buy something and I get back at 7:12 but they let me know that the Bus left I was so confused for someone who’s experiencing for the first time the company service and I supposed to pay 20$

Gloria A.

January 19, 2020

There were so disrespectful and we were supposed to arrive at 2:50 but we dis at 6:00 am

Sultan A.

June 27, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 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.

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

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

The 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.