How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Wichita?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Wichita start from $93. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Wichita?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Wichita is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 589 miles (950 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wichita route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Wichita generates an estimated 24 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 Wichita?

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 Wichita?

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 Wichita?

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 Wichita?

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 Wichita from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Wichita on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 4h	2:30am	Transit Center	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	2:30am	Transit Center	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 4h	2:30am	Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wichita on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	2:30am	Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 30m	10:15am	Transit Center	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 20m	2:30am	Transit Center	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	2:30am	Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	10:15am	Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:58 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Wichita

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

20h 20mAverage Duration

589 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Wichita?

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 Wichita

A
Transit Center
214 S Topeka St, Wichita, KS 67202, USA
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B
La Tienda del Ahorro Bus Stop
2056 N Broadway St, Wichita, KS 67214
C
Wichita Bee Line Express Bus Station
312 S Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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 Wichita recent customer reviews

I wasn't told this wasn't going to be a direct trip. I booked a trip from Chicago to Wichita and had to stop twice, once in St Louis, once in Kansas City. I had to change the bus each time. Stayed 6 hours in a bus stop overnight in St Louis because there was no driver for the connecting bus. Very cold in the bus, about 64 degrees, people complained, driver didn't care. Almost two days to cover a trip that shouldn't take longer than 11 hours. Bad experience.

Florin I.

June 25, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,481 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 Wichita 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 Wichita?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Wichita start from $93. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Wichita?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Wichita is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 589 miles (950 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Wichita route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Wichita?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Wichita at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Wichita?
A bus trip from Chicago to Wichita generates an estimated 24 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 Wichita?
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 Wichita?
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 Wichita?
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 Wichita?
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

11/28

$127

11/29

$151

Today

$279

12/01

$120

12/02

No data

12/03

$124

12/04

$104

12/05

$90

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Wichita was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $90

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

You can expect to pay from $90 to $371 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wichita based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2025-12-05.