How far is El Paso from Chicago?

The distance separating El Paso and Chicago is 1242 miles (2004 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Paso to Chicago?

Most of the buses traveling from El Paso to Chicago leave from Greyhound Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Conservatory, The Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry and Architectural River Cruise.

Bus El Paso to Chicago from $106 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for El Paso to Chicago on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Conexiones	Bus	7:00pm	Tornado Bus Station	1d 14h	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Cheapest
	Bus	5:40pm	Greyhound Station	1d 9h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:00am	Greyhound Station	1d 11h	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:20am	Greyhound Station	1d 14h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:00pm	Tornado Bus Station	1d 14h	10:40am	Chicago, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:24 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1245 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$134 - $432	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$144 - $316	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 183kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,382 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 El Paso Chicago recent customer reviews

Not even in chicago yet! Was supposed to be there 6:15 am monday! Its monday11:00 pm and im just arriving in kansas city! As of now im supposed to arrive in chicago at 3:45 pm tomorrow over 30hrs late!

Richard B.

December 24, 2019

It was 4 hours late and the rest of the itinerary had to change. We arrived 5 hours later to chicago and I barely made it to the funeral I came for.

Maria S.

July 28, 2019

anyone outside of the stations is not helpful at all

Cathryn C.

July 28, 2017

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $279 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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

Where are the popular stops in El Paso and Chicago?

Stops in El Paso

A - Greyhound Station

B - Tornado Bus Station

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions about traveling from El Paso, US to Chicago by bus

How far is El Paso from Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from El Paso to Chicago?
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

No data

11/18

$265

Today

$163

11/20

$265

11/21

$180

11/22

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11/23

$217

11/24

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The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $163

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

You can expect to pay from $163 to $438 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $180 which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually Tornado Bus 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.