Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL Bus

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from CA$174.85
  • Average duration 26h 5m
  • Connections per day 66
  • Distance 1,069 km
  • CO₂ per person 95 kg

bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL

The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is about 1,069 km. On average a bus trip takes 26h 5m with 66 connections per day.

Lowest price CA$174.85
Trip duration 26h 5m
Connections per day 66
Lowest price CA$174.85
Highest price CA$335.99
First departure 03:10 AM
Last departure 09:30 PM
Distance 1,069 km
Departure Philadelphia, PA
Arrival Chicago, IL
Travel operator Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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How much will I pay for bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL cost ≈ CA$174.85 (€108.98). On average, you can expect to spend around ≈ CA$255.57 (€159.29) for your bus ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper bus tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL.
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On average, a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL will cost you ≈ CA$255.57 (€159.29). If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest bus tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.

How much time will it take to go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus?

The distance between Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is approximately 1,069 km. In general, it will take you about 26h 5m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions, and the type of terrain that must be crossed. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL covers a distance of 1,069 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 26h 5m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 17h 45m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

How many journeys from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL take place each day?

The route from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Philadelphia, PA 66 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 0 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 66 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Greyhound74.83 kg CO₂
16:45Philadelphia, Market St & 6th St
23h 10m
19:50Union Station
CA$97.97
1 changes
Greyhound74.83 kg CO₂
23:10Chinatown
20h 45m
19:50Union Station
CA$97.97
1 changes
Greyhound74.83 kg CO₂
19:30Cherry Hill Mall
25h 15m
19:50Union Station
CA$97.97
2 changes

Next departures from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL

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

CA$236.95
03:10 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
18h 35m · 1 changes
23:40 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$12,302.55
03:10 Philadelphia Race St
18h 35m · 1 changes
23:40 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$12,636.27
03:10 Philadelphia Race St
34h 30m · 3 changes
07:55 Chicago Union Station
CA$270.42
03:10 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
18h 5m · 3 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
CA$259.53
03:55 199 Spring Garden St.
18h 45m · 1 changes
23:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$10,313.10
03:55 Philadelphia Arch Street
19h 20m · 1 changes
23:35 Chicago Union Station
CA$263.91
03:55 199 Spring Garden St.
19h 20m · 1 changes
23:35 Chicago Union Station
CA$280.61
06:50 Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
26h 50m · 4 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$10,581.03
06:50 Malvern Matthews Road
44h 25m · 4 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$11,286.97
07:05 Malvern Matthews Road
45h 40m · 4 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
CA$293.00
07:05 Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
24h 10m · 4 changes
14:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CA$298.82
07:05 Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
27h 15m · 4 changes
14:15 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
FlixBus CA$269.72
08:15 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
21h 25m · 2 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
FlixBus CA$263.15
08:15 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
18h 25m · 2 changes
05:40 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
FlixBus CA$11,980.07
08:15 Philadelphia Race St
22h · 2 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
CA$284.99
08:50 Cherry Hill Mall
23h 35m · 4 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$11,046.31
08:50 Cherry Hill Mall
43h 20m · 4 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
CA$279.15
08:50 Cherry Hill Mall
23h · 4 changes
14:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$11,046.31
08:50 Cherry Hill Mall
43h 40m · 4 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
FlixBus CA$10,473.54
09:30 Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut)
21h 15m · 1 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
FlixBus CA$263.91
09:30 Schuylkill & Walnut
20h 45m · 1 changes
05:40 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
FlixBus CA$266.81
09:30 Schuylkill & Walnut
21h 15m · 1 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
FlixBus CA$263.14
10:20 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
25h 25m · 4 changes
17:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
FlixBus CA$262.45
10:40 199 Spring Garden St.
17h 45m · 1 changes
05:40 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$10,505.62
10:40 Philadelphia Arch Street
19h 15m · 1 changes
07:55 Chicago Union Station
FlixBus CA$10,313.10
10:40 Philadelphia Arch Street
18h 15m · 1 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
CA$265.35
10:40 199 Spring Garden St.
19h 15m · 1 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
FlixBus CA$263.91
10:40 199 Spring Garden St.
18h 15m · 1 changes
06:10 Chicago Union Station
CA$279.17
11:55 Schuylkill & Walnut
22h 15m · 3 changes
14:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CA$282.81
11:55 Schuylkill & Walnut
22h 30m · 3 changes
14:15 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Greyhound CA$10,582.64
11:55 Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut)
36h 5m · 3 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$10,582.64
13:25 Camden Walter Rand Trans Center
33h 10m · 3 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
CA$276.98
13:45 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
21h 45m · 3 changes
14:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$10,614.72
13:45 Philadelphia Race St
32h 55m · 3 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
CA$279.90
13:45 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
22h · 3 changes
14:15 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
CA$262.42
14:00 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
28h 35m · 3 changes
22:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CA$265.35
14:00 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
27h 55m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$10,407.76
14:00 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
29h 10m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$282.09
15:20 199 Spring Garden St.
20h 35m · 3 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$10,566.59
15:20 Philadelphia Arch Street
30h 20m · 3 changes
14:35 Chicago Union Station
CA$282.82
17:30 199 Spring Garden St.
19h · 2 changes
14:15 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
CA$275.54
17:30 199 Spring Garden St.
18h 45m · 2 changes
14:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$10,520.06
17:30 Philadelphia Arch Street
20h 40m · 2 changes
14:15 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$9,445.11
19:05 Cherry Hill Mall
25h 20m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$278.44
19:05 Cherry Hill Mall
24h 55m · 3 changes
22:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CA$281.36
19:05 Cherry Hill Mall
24h 15m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$12,347.48
19:05 Cherry Hill Mall
44h 30m · 3 changes
07:55 Chicago Union Station
CA$335.99
19:05 Cherry Hill Mall
32h 45m · 3 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
CA$265.34
20:00 Schuylkill & Walnut
32h 25m · 3 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
CA$264.61
20:00 Schuylkill & Walnut
23h 15m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$9,571.86
20:00 Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut)
40h 55m · 3 changes
07:55 Chicago Union Station
CA$260.96
20:00 Schuylkill & Walnut
23h 55m · 3 changes
22:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$8,354.12
20:00 Philadelphia (Schuylkill & Walnut)
23h 55m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$333.09
20:15 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
25h 55m · 2 changes
23:40 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$11,611.06
20:15 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
27h 10m · 2 changes
23:40 Chicago Union Station
CA$335.99
20:15 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
33h 10m · 3 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Greyhound CA$12,010.55
20:15 Philadelphia (Logan Square)
41h 45m · 3 changes
07:55 Chicago Union Station
CA$266.06
20:30 199 Spring Garden St.
18h 30m · 3 changes
23:00 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Greyhound CA$8,243.42
20:30 Philadelphia Arch Street
21h 15m · 1 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$236.95
20:30 199 Spring Garden St.
21h 15m · 1 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
Greyhound CA$8,434.34
20:45 Philadelphia Race St
23h 10m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$260.96
20:45 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
22h 35m · 3 changes
22:25 Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
CA$266.07
20:45 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
21h 55m · 2 changes
20:05 Chicago Union Station
CA$282.79
21:30 Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
21h 45m · 4 changes
07:55 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Greyhound CA$9,586.30
21:30 Philadelphia Race St
45h 40m · 4 changes
07:55 Chicago Union 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 74.83kg
bus 80.18kg
flight 213.8kg
carpool 171.04kg

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