How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Chicago start from $106. The average price for this route is around $226. 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 Portland to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Portland to Chicago is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 1751 miles (2823 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Chicago at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Chicago generates an estimated 71 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 Portland 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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Portland 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Portland to Chicago from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Chicago on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 14h	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2d 12h	4:20pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 6h	4:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 4h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	3d 10h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland 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 2 days, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2d 4hAverage Duration

1751 milesDistance

257kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $673	Average Duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $1,202	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 257kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Chicago?

Stops in Portland

A
Portland Airport
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B
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
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C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, 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

3.5/587,431 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.

Amtrak

4/55,647 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,615 reviews

Staff4.2

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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, OR 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 Portland to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Chicago start from $106. The average price for this route is around $226. 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 Portland to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Portland to Chicago is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 1751 miles (2823 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Chicago at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Chicago?
A bus trip from Portland to Chicago generates an estimated 71 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 Portland 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Portland 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller 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

12/12

$374

12/13

$457

Today

$384

12/15

$576

12/16

$644

12/17

$310

12/18

$403

12/19

$399

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $310

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

You can expect to pay from $310 to $729 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2025-12-17.