Bus from Austin, TX, US to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Chicago on June 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanCheapest
Greyhound + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Austin
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:48 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 452, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
1d 10hAverage Duration
1577 kmDistance
143kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePLN 333 - PLN 1,540Average Duration1d 14h
39kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePLN 452 - PLN 3,050Average Duration1d 10h
143kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Chicago start from PLN 333. The average price for this route is around PLN 498. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Austin to Chicago is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1573 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to Chicago at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Austin to Chicago generates an estimated 39.30235 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin to Chicago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87559 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Chicago?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-07
PLN 1,008
06-08
PLN 785
Today
PLN 899
06-10
PLN 790
06-11
PLN 698
06-12
PLN 618
06-13
PLN 717
06-14
PLN 620
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of PLN 618

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 618 to PLN 1,130 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 618 which is on 2026-06-12.

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