How far is Chicago from Topeka?

The distance separating Chicago and Topeka is 464 miles (748 km).

Bus Chicago to Topeka from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Chicago to Topeka on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h 5m	12:05am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	21h 50m	7:50am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	5:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	14h	7:50am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 35m	7:50am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	12:05am	Topeka	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Topeka

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 14 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

14h 11mAverage Duration

464 milesDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $237	Average Duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $220	Average Duration14h 11m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,386 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

3.5/511,384 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 Topeka by bus

How far is Chicago from Topeka?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/18

$104

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11/21

$99

11/22

$103

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Topeka was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $99

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

You can expect to pay from $99 to $147 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2025-11-21.