What is the travel distance from Grand Forks to Chicago?

The distance separating Grand Forks and Chicago is 622 miles (1002 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grand Forks to Chicago?

The majority of buses traveling from Grand Forks to Chicago start their journey at University of North Dakota Bus Stop and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 Lincoln Park Zoo, Grant Park, Architectural River Cruise, Shedd Aquarium and Auditorium Building and Theatre.

Bus Grand Forks to Chicago from $197 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Grand Forks to Chicago on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:20am	Grand Forks	20h 25m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:05am	University of North Dakota Bus Stop	20h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:59 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Forks to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

14h 35mAverage Duration

622 milesDistance

91kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$184 - $203	Average Duration20h 40m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $390	Average Duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Grand Forks and Chicago?

Stops in Grand Forks

A
University of North Dakota Bus Stop
2901 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58203, USA
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B
Grand Forks MTC
450 Kittson Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA

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

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Jefferson Lines

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Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grand Forks, US to Chicago by bus

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The cheapest trip from Grand Forks, US to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $197

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

You can expect to pay from $197 to $197 for a bus ticket from Grand Forks, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2025-11-26.