Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Boston, MA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: March 16 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: March 18 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Bus Chicago to Boston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$127
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 6h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance1361 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Boston Buses

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago to Boston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Boston

  1. How long is the trip from Chicago to Boston by bus?

    The trip from Chicago to Boston will take on average 1d 6h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 1d.

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Boston?

    It's about 1370 km (849 miles) from Chicago to Boston.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Boston?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at South Station, in Boston.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Boston?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Boston from Chicago; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$76, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Boston?

    Taking the bus from Chicago to Boston costs on average US$127.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Boston?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Chicago until 11:50pm and reaching Boston on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-10
US$314
03-11
US$115
Today
US$106
03-13
US$121
03-14
US$135
03-15
US$140
03-16
US$133
03-17
US$125
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Boston was searched and found on Mar 12, 2025 with a price of US$106

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

You can expect to pay from US$106 to US$314 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$121 which is on 2025-03-13.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Boston?

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