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Toronto to Chicago, IL by bus

The journey from Toronto to Chicago, IL by bus is 703.25 km and takes 16 hrs 33 mins. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:35 a.m. and the last at 11:55 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Toronto to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $88.95 or as much as $255.29. The best price for this journey is $88.95.

Lowest Price $88.95
Journey Duration 16 hrs 33 mins
Connection per Day 26
Lowest Price $88.95
Highest Price $255.29
First Departure 2:35 a.m.
Last Departure 11:55 p.m.
Distance 703.25 km
Departure Toronto
Arrival Chicago, IL
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $79.94 to $173.11 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 54% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Toronto to Chicago, IL

The cheapest Toronto - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $116.48 if you’re lucky, or $135.03 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $157.66.

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 FlixBus and Greyhound from Toronto to Chicago, IL
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Toronto to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
49.23kg
Bus
52.74kg
Flight
140.65kg
Car
112.52kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Toronto to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Toronto to Chicago, IL is $134.67. 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 $88.95.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Toronto to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Toronto to Chicago, IL is $88.95. 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 Toronto and Chicago, IL by bus?
Toronto to Chicago, IL is 703.25 km.
How long does the bus between Toronto and Chicago, IL take?
Toronto to Chicago, IL is on average 16 hrs 33 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 12 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Toronto to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Toronto to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Toronto to Chicago, IL?
Toronto to Chicago, IL has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Toronto to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Toronto to Chicago, IL departs at 2:35 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 Toronto to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Toronto to Chicago, IL departs at 11:55 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 Toronto 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 $88.95 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 Toronto to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Toronto and Chicago, IL is 12 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Toronto to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Toronto and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Toronto to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Toronto to Chicago, IL creates 52.74kg of CO2 emissions.

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