How do I get from Chicago to Dayton without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Dayton without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Dayton?

The travel time from Chicago to Dayton is about 7h, although the fastest bus will take 5h 40m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 232 miles (373 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Chicago from Dayton?

The distance separating Chicago and Dayton is 232 miles (373 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Dayton?

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Dayton leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Greater Dayton Trotwood RTA Bus Stop. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Dayton?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Chicago to Dayton by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $39.

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Dayton cost?

You can expect to pay around $56 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $39 and $142, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Chicago to Dayton Bus Tickets

SatApr 26

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

from $42

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

SatMay 3

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 28 at 7:45pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Arrival time: April 29 at 2:40am
Destination city: Dayton
Destination location: 7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 55m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 11:30am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: April 28 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Dayton
Destination location: Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
Departure time: April 28 at 9:40am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: April 28 at 6:00pm
Destination city: Dayton
Destination location: Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 20m
Departure time: April 28 at 11:30am
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: April 28 at 6:10pm
Destination city: Dayton
Destination location: Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
Departure time: April 28 at 2:45pm
Departure city: Chicago
Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
Arrival time: April 28 at 9:50pm
Destination city: Dayton
Destination location: Dayton Trotwood Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 5m

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Bus Chicago to Dayton: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$56

Average bus trip duration7h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure5:45am

Distance223 miles (359 km)

Latest bus departure10:30pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,391 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

FlixBus Chicago Dayton recent customer reviews

driver was outstanding

Tom S.

October 5, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/586,944 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

Greyhound Chicago Dayton recent customer reviews

It was very confusing to find where the greyhound was at union station. Just to go down the street to the greyhound station where we waited another hour.

Mia M.

August 4, 2019

Great staff nice buses no complaints :)

Andra D.

January 6, 2020

Great job!

Tanya M.

June 6, 2019

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Chicago to Dayton Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Dayton?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Dayton

A - Greater Dayton Trotwood RTA Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Dayton

How do I get from Chicago to Dayton without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Dayton?
How far is Chicago from Dayton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Dayton?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Dayton?
How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Dayton cost?

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

Best price found

04/22

$43

04/23

$25

Today

$34

04/25

$36

04/26

$47

04/27

$42

04/28

$42

04/29

$38

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Dayton was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $68 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Dayton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-04-25.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Chicago to Dayton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Dayton, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Dayton.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Dayton.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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