How much is the bus ticket from Sandusky to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sandusky to Chicago start from $41. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Sandusky to Chicago?

The average bus trip duration from Sandusky to Chicago is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Sandusky to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Sandusky to Chicago at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Sandusky to Chicago generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Sandusky to Chicago from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	10h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	10h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	11h 35m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	12h 10m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	11h 35m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	10h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	11h 35m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	10h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	11h 35m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Sandusky to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	7h 10m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	10h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	1:55pm	Sandusky Bus Station	9h 30m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25am	Sandusky Bus Station	11h 35m	5:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sandusky 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 5 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 59mAverage Duration

256 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $215	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $129	Average Duration5h 59m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sandusky 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 Sandusky to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sandusky to Chicago start from $41. The average price for this route is around $64. 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 Sandusky to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Sandusky to Chicago is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 256 miles (412 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Sandusky to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sandusky to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Sandusky to Chicago at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 1:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sandusky to Chicago?
A bus trip from Sandusky to Chicago generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

$50

11/28

$50

Today

$93

11/30

$85

12/01

$65

12/02

$42

12/03

$39

12/04

$39

The cheapest trip from Sandusky to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $112 for a bus ticket from Sandusky to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-03.