Bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Salt Lake City on February 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Salt Lake City Transit CenterCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Salt Lake City Transit CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Salt Lake City Transit CenterNo tags
Jefferson Lines + Salt Lake Express
Bus
    Chicago (Bus Station)
    Salt Lake City (Airport)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:45 PM CST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Salt Lake City

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1train per day
    1d 10hAverage Duration
    1255 milesDistance
    184kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$97 - $510Average Duration1d 17h
    51kg CO₂e
    Average Price$108 - $1,426Average Duration1d 10h
    184kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City start from $97. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 Salt Lake City?

      The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Salt Lake City is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1255 miles (2024 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

    3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Salt Lake City route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Salt Lake City at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

      A bus trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City generates an estimated 51 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 Salt Lake City?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Salt Lake City?

      According to Busbud traveler 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 Salt Lake City?

      According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
    01/31
    $393
    02/01
    $371
    Today
    $326
    02/03
    $276
    02/04
    $250
    02/05
    $170
    02/06
    $181
    02/07
    $261
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $170

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

    You can expect to pay from $170 to $393 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2026-02-05.

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