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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Baldwin Park/El Monte | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | El Monte Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from El Monte to Chicago
The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Chicago?
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from El Monte, US to Chicago 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 El Monte to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Monte to Chicago start from $226. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 El Monte to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from El Monte to Chicago is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1727 miles (2785 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the El Monte to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from El Monte to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from El Monte to Chicago at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Monte to Chicago?
A bus trip from El Monte to Chicago generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Monte, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $219To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Monte, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $219 to $274 for a bus ticket from El Monte, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $219 which is on 2026-01-10.
