Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Amtrak | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Amtrak | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Chicago?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salinas, 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 Salinas to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Chicago start from $171. The average price for this route is around $532. 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 Salinas to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Salinas to Chicago is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 1838 miles (2965 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Chicago at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Chicago?
A bus trip from Salinas to Chicago generates an estimated 74 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 Salinas 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas 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 Salinas 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 Salinas 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.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $225To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $225 to $2,335 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $225 which is on 2025-12-04.
