Bus from Miami, FL to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Miami to Chicago on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:39 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Miami 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, 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1176 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$95 - $403Average Duration1d 9h
47kg CO₂e
Average Price$139 - $1,457Average Duration2d 1h
173kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Miami, FL 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Miami to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to Chicago start from $95. The average price for this route is around $156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Miami to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Miami to Chicago is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1176 miles (1896 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Miami to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Miami to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Miami to Chicago at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Miami to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Miami to Chicago generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Miami to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Miami to Chicago?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Miami to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Miami to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11/27
$272
11/28
$409
Today
$464
11/30
$453
12/01
$252
12/02
$193
12/03
$158
12/04
$171
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $158

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

You can expect to pay from $158 to $527 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-03.

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