How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Chicago start from $85. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Houston to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 946 miles (1525 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus , Amtrak , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Chicago at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Chicago generates an estimated 38 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 Houston to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Chicago?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Houston to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Houston to Chicago from $94 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Houston to Chicago on February 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Tornado Bus + Conexiones	2:00pm	Houston Airline	20h 55m	10:55am	Chicago, IL	Cheapest
	2:00pm	Houston Airline	20h 52m	10:52am	Chicago, IL	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d	1:49pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	1:50am	Houston Bus Station	1d 2h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 10h	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Get from Houston to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

61bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

946 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Chicago?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Lines, Inc. Houston Chicago recent customer reviews

Horrible bus dirty, unorganized, smelled like urine,leave people at stops,everyone was extremely cold

Nyree W.

July 18, 2025

As a new person to chicago, the staff didn't inform us very well that we have reached Chicago bus station and I was taking to Bloomington without knowing that we have passed Chicago. The driver refused to let me stand up to talk to him. Wasting over 8 hours again to return to my destination. Missing all I went to do

Adenike T.

October 18, 2022

They have some professional bus drivers out there but some of they are very unprofessional .. And is always a layover

Josue M.

December 12, 2019

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.9

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,3 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 $211 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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,192 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Amtrak

4/55,757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, 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 Houston to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Chicago start from $85. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Houston to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 946 miles (1525 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 40m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 61 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Amtrak, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Chicago at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Chicago?
A bus trip from Houston to Chicago generates an estimated 38 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 Houston to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Houston to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

02/06

$200

02/07

$200

Today

$228

02/09

$200

02/10

$200

02/11

$200

02/12

$151

02/13

$130

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $130

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

You can expect to pay from $130 to $724 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-02-13.

Usually Amtrak 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.