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Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL by bus

The journey from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL by bus is 1,308.79 km and takes 32 hrs 53 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:40 p.m. and the last at 5:40 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $197.80 or as much as $310.33. The best price for this journey is $197.80.

Lowest Price $197.80
Journey Duration 32 hrs 53 mins
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $197.80
Highest Price $310.33
First Departure 12:40 p.m.
Last Departure 5:40 p.m.
Distance 1,308.79 km
Departure Worcester, MA
Arrival Chicago, IL
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL

The cheapest Worcester, MA - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $134.30 if you’re lucky, or $159.48 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $198.39.

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 from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL
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Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
91.61kg
Bus
98.16kg
Flight
261.76kg
Car
209.41kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL is $241.54. 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 $197.80.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL is $197.80. 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 Worcester, MA and Chicago, IL by bus?
Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL is 1,308.79 km.
How long does the bus between Worcester, MA and Chicago, IL take?
Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL is on average 32 hrs 53 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 32 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc. and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL?
Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL departs at 12:40 p.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 Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL departs at 5:40 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 Worcester, MA 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 $197.80 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 Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Worcester, MA and Chicago, IL is 32 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Worcester, MA and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Worcester, MA to Chicago, IL creates 98.16kg of CO2 emissions.

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