San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL Bus
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San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus is 1,692.7 km and takes 32 hrs 48 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:30 a.m. and the last at 9:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $135.28 or as much as $588.90. The best price for this journey is $135.28.
| Lowest Price | $135.28 |
| Journey Duration | 32 hrs 48 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. 12 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. $135.28 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. $588.90 |
| First Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. 1:30 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. 9:45 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. 1,692.7 km |
| Departure | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. San Antonio, TX |
| Arrival | Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Greyhound, FlixBus Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc., Greyhound Lines, Inc. |
San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL Bus Times
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Best time to book San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL travel
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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL
The cheapest San Antonio, TX - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $135.28 if you’re lucky, or $286.46 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $379.60.
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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus.
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San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
118.49kg
Bus
126.95kg
Flight
338.54kg
Car
270.83kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL is $315.62. 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 $135.28.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL is $135.28. 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 San Antonio, TX and Chicago, IL by bus?
San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL is 1,692.7 km.
How long does the bus between San Antonio, TX and Chicago, IL take?
San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL is on average 32 hrs 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 26 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Valley Transit Co., Inc. and Greyhound Lines, Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL?
San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL departs at 1:30 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL departs at 9:45 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 San Antonio, TX 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 $135.28 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Antonio, TX and Chicago, IL is 26 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Antonio, TX and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, IL creates 126.95kg of CO2 emissions.