What is the travel distance from Lafayette to Chicago?

The distance separating Lafayette and Chicago is 839 miles (1353 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Lafayette to Chicago start their journey at TA Travel Center - Lafayette and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel 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 Lincoln Park Conservatory, The Field Museum, Robie House, Museum of Science and Industry and Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier.

Bus Lafayette to Chicago from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Lafayette to Chicago on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:55pm	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	1d 20h	2:40pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	9:20pm	Lafayette Transit System	1d 6h	3:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:50pm	Lafayette Transit System	1d 8h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:50pm	Lafayette Transit System	1d 10h	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	11:50pm	Lafayette Transit System	1d 8h	8:05am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette 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, 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

839 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$116 - $408	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$194 - $316	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

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Greyhound

3.5/587,379 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

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

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Chicago?

Stops in Lafayette

A - TA Travel Center - Lafayette

B - Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station

C - Lafayette Bus Stop

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 Lafayette, LA to Chicago by bus

What is the travel distance from Lafayette to Chicago?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lafayette 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.

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11/17

$130

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$133

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$128

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The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $128

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

You can expect to pay from $128 to $156 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Greyhound 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.