Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL Bus
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Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus is 1,070.59 km and takes 26 hrs 50 mins. There are 60 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:10 a.m. and the last at 10:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $93.84 or as much as $386.62. The best price for this journey is $93.84.
| Lowest Price | $93.84 |
| Journey Duration | 26 hrs 50 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 60 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. $93.84 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. $386.62 |
| First Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 3:10 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 10:30 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 1,070.59 km |
| Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. Philadelphia, PA |
| Arrival | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Greyhound, FlixBus Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL
The cheapest Philadelphia, PA - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $116.81 if you’re lucky, or $146.25 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $181.28.
Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus
When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Greyhound and FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus.
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Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
74.94kg
Bus
80.29kg
Flight
214.12kg
Car
171.29kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is $216.71. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $93.84.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is $93.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Philadelphia, PA and Chicago, IL by bus?
Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is 1,070.59 km.
How long does the bus between Philadelphia, PA and Chicago, IL take?
Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is on average 26 hrs 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 20 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines, Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL has 60 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL departs at 3:10 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL departs at 10:30 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $93.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Philadelphia, PA and Chicago, IL is 20 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Philadelphia, PA and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago, IL creates 80.29kg of CO2 emissions.