How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Omaha?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Omaha start from $52. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Omaha?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Omaha is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 431 miles (695 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Omaha route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Burlington Trailways , Greyhound , Jefferson Lines , Amtrak .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Omaha generates an estimated 17 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 Omaha?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Omaha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Omaha?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Omaha from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Omaha on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 30m	9:35pm	Omaha	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Chicago (Bus Station)	8h 45m	6:00am	Burlington Trailways Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 34m	9:35pm	Omaha	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:14 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Omaha

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Omaha. The journey takes about 9 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 9mAverage Duration

430 milesDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $196	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $221	Average Duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Omaha?

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
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Stops in Omaha

A
Omaha Bus Station
1601 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102
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Compare bus companies

Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Greyhound

3.5/587,499 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 Chicago Omaha recent customer reviews

Stuck to the itinerary perfect

Jordan S.

March 12, 2018

Jefferson Lines

4/5765 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,730 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Omaha, US 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 Omaha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Omaha start from $52. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Omaha?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Omaha is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 431 miles (695 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Omaha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Omaha?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Omaha at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Omaha?
A bus trip from Chicago to Omaha generates an estimated 17 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 Omaha?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Omaha?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Omaha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Omaha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

01/11

$121

01/12

$121

Today

$121

01/14

$62

01/15

$62

01/16

$64

01/17

$62

01/18

$68

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Omaha, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $121 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Omaha, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually Jefferson Lines 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.