How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to New Bern?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Bern start from $124. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 New Bern?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to New Bern is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 729 miles (1175 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Bern route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to New Bern generates an estimated 29 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 New Bern?

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.

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

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 New Bern?

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 New Bern?

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 New Bern from $119 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to New Bern on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 14h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 16h	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Bern on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 14h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	Cheapest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	12:45pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	2:05pm	New Bern, NC	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:50 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to New Bern

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

729 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 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

3.5/511,732 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to New Bern 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 New Bern?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Bern start from $124. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 New Bern?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to New Bern is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 729 miles (1175 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Bern route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to New Bern?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to New Bern at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to New Bern?
A bus trip from Chicago to New Bern generates an estimated 29 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 New Bern?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to New Bern?
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 New Bern?
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 New Bern?
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

12/23

$146

12/24

$120

Today

$120

12/26

$146

12/27

$142

12/28

$132

12/29

$138

12/30

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to New Bern was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $120

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

You can expect to pay from $120 to $309 for a bus ticket from Chicago to New Bern based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2025-12-28.