Chicago, IL to Boston, MA Bus

Transport
Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ CA$167.88 €104.80
  • Average duration 28h 47m
  • Connections per day 32
  • Distance 1,368 km
  • CO₂ per person 122 kg

bus from Chicago, IL to Boston, MA

The journey from Chicago, IL to Boston, MA is about 1,368 km. On average a bus trip takes 28h 47m with 32 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ CA$167.88 €104.80
Trip duration 28h 47m
Connections per day 32
Lowest price ≈ CA$167.88 €104.80
Highest price ≈ CA$421.24 €262.96
First departure 05:45 AM
Last departure 11:15 PM
Distance 1,368 km
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Boston, MA
Travel operator Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound
Find the best price
Greyhound95.76 kg CO₂
16:30Union Station
30h 15m
00:40South Station
≈ CA$136.50 $98.97
2 changes
Greyhound95.76 kg CO₂
14:35Union Station
34h 19m
17:50South Station
≈ CA$137.17 $99.46
3 changes
Greyhound95.76 kg CO₂
14:20Union Station
34h 34m
17:50South Station
≈ CA$137.17 $99.46
3 changes

Next departures from Chicago, IL to Boston, MA

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

≈ CA$175.23 €109.39
05:45 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
22h 55m · 3 changes
11:55 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$178.16 €111.22
05:45 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
23h 30m · 4 changes
18:50 Cambridge, MA
Greyhound ≈ CA$421.24 €262.96
06:55 Chicago Union Station
23h 55m · 2 changes
11:55 Boston, South Station
FlixBus ≈ CA$367.56 €229.45
06:55 Chicago Union Station
39h 55m · 3 changes
14:50 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$182.60 €113.99
06:55 Chicago Union Station
22h 35m · 2 changes
11:55 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$184.80 €115.36
06:55 Chicago Union Station
23h 5m · 3 changes
18:50 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$230.40 €143.83
08:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
27h 45m · 3 changes
19:50 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$230.40 €143.83
08:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
27h 15m · 3 changes
23:20 Cambridge, MA
Greyhound ≈ CA$306.67 €191.44
10:00 Chicago Union Station
67h 30m · 4 changes
05:40 Brookline
Greyhound ≈ CA$309.10 €192.96
10:00 Chicago Union Station
29h 15m · 2 changes
19:20 Cambridge, MA
Greyhound ≈ CA$313.91 €195.96
10:00 Chicago Union Station
28h 35m · 2 changes
18:50 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$252.48 €157.61
10:00 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
28h 30m · 2 changes
23:20 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$256.16 €159.91
10:00 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
27h 50m · 2 changes
18:50 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$240.70 €150.26
11:30 Chicago Union Station
27h 55m · 2 changes
19:50 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$240.70 €150.26
11:30 Chicago Union Station
27h 25m · 2 changes
23:20 Cambridge, MA
Greyhound ≈ CA$296.29 €184.96
11:30 Chicago Union Station
27h 45m · 2 changes
19:20 Cambridge, MA
FlixBus ≈ CA$262.66 €163.97
19:15 Chicago Union Station
24h 25m · 1 changes
21:35 Boston, South Station
FlixBus ≈ CA$210.57 €131.45
19:15 Chicago Union Station
24h 25m · 1 changes
21:35 Boston, South Station
FlixBus ≈ CA$184.06 €114.90
19:15 Chicago Union Station
24h 10m · 3 changes
05:40 Boston
FlixBus ≈ CA$251.42 €156.95
19:15 Chicago Union Station
37h · 3 changes
05:40 Brookline
FlixBus ≈ CA$200.27 €125.02
19:40 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
24h · 1 changes
21:35 Boston, South Station
FlixBus ≈ CA$173.02 €108.01
19:40 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
23h 45m · 3 changes
05:40 Boston
≈ CA$171.56 €107.10
22:05 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
30h 30m · 3 changes
18:50 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$167.88 €104.80
22:05 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
24h 50m · 3 changes
05:30 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$169.37 €105.73
22:05 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
27h 55m · 2 changes
08:35 Boston
Greyhound ≈ CA$267.47 €166.97
23:15 Chicago Union Station
27h 35m · 1 changes
08:35 Brookline
Greyhound ≈ CA$241.02 €150.46
23:15 Chicago Union Station
28h 25m · 2 changes
05:30 Boston, South Station
≈ CA$175.26 €109.41
23:15 Chicago Union Station
27h 35m · 1 changes
08:35 Boston
Greyhound ≈ CA$265.84 €165.95
23:15 Chicago Union Station
43h 50m · 3 changes
14:50 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$200.24 €125.00
23:15 Chicago Union Station
27h 15m · 3 changes
18:50 Cambridge, MA
≈ CA$176.72 €110.32
23:15 Chicago Union Station
24h 30m · 2 changes
05:30 Boston, South Station
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Carriers on this route

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FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Greyhound is a bus company that provides intercity transportation services across North America. Founded in 1914, it is the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in the United States and Canada, serving over 3,800 destinations. Greyhound operates on popular routes such as New York to Boston, Los Angeles to Las Vegas, and Boston to New York.

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

For North America (excluding Mexico), International, and Mexico – International travel: Passengers are allowed one carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (16-12-7 in), which can be stored under the seat or in the overhead compartment, and one stored bag up to 50 lbs (31-20-12 in) to be placed in the baggage compartment. It is important to ensure that the passenger's name and contact information are on and inside the stored bag. Free transportation of baggage is included with the ticket.

Food and drink

Food and drinks are not sold on board, so passengers are encouraged to bring their own non-alcoholic refreshments. The bus stops frequently at locations where food can be purchased.

Power sockets

Nearly every seat on most buses is equipped with a power outlet, allowing passengers to keep their devices charged throughout the journey.

Wi-Fi

Most buses and stations offer free Wi-Fi for passengers. Also, the onboard entertainment system provides free access to movies, TV shows, games, and the latest news on personal Wi-Fi-enabled devices.

Accessibility

All buses are equipped with a wheelchair lift. Greyhound will secure all wheelchairs but will not deny transportation if a device cannot be secured as required by law. If preferred, wheelchairs or mobility scooters can be stored in the baggage compartment. Greyhound provides assistance for customers with disabilities.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 95.76kg
bus 102.6kg
flight 273.6kg
carpool 218.88kg

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