Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Jefferson City, MO

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Bus Chicago to Jefferson City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$88
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure9:45pm
Distance532 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Chicago to Jefferson City Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Jefferson City

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

    The bus ride from Chicago to Jefferson City takes 18h 45m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 18h 15m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Jefferson City?

    The distance between Chicago and Jefferson City is approximately 531 km (329 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Jefferson City?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Jefferson City from Chicago; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$64, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from Chicago to Jefferson City?

    You can expect to pay around US$88 for the bus ride from Chicago to Jefferson City.

  5. Is there an overnight bus from Chicago to Jefferson City?

    Yes! If you're heading from Chicago to Jefferson City, you'll find buses departing until 10:30pm and arriving the next day.

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

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US$84
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US$64
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US$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Jefferson City was searched and found on Apr 9, 2025 with a price of US$57

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

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$96 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Jefferson City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57 which is on 2025-04-09.

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Bus Travel Tips

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