Next bus departures

Next departures for Dayton to Chicago on September 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:35am	7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights	6h 5m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	11:25am	Dayton Trotwood Bus Station	5h 50m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:50am	Dayton Trotwood Bus Station	8h 35m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:35am	Dayton Trotwood Bus Station	7h 35m	2:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:35am	7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights	6h 35m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:35am	Dayton Trotwood Bus Station	7h 10m	1:45pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:55am	7581 Old Troy Pike, Huber Hights	6h 20m	4:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:35am	Dayton Trotwood Bus Station	6h 40m	1:15pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:52 AM EDT.

Get from Dayton to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

362 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Dayton and Chicago

Stops in Dayton

A
Greater Dayton Trotwood RTA Bus Stop
2075 Shiloh Springs Rd, Dayton, OH 45426

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,782 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 15782 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 400

FlixBus Dayton Chicago recent customer reviews

I enjoyed nothing about this trip. 2 buses broke down and I was stranded in Indianapolis.

Heather P.

July 14, 2026

Greyhound

3.5/588,157 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 88157 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 400

Greyhound Dayton Chicago recent customer reviews

My bus from Dayton to Lima was nice but my second bus was late and after we got to the other two bus stops our bus driver decided to take backroads and he also stopped twice to check his phone and after that we made 2 more stops that were not on my ticket.

Colin A.

September 6, 2020

I had a lay over in which it was late as well. Then had a lay of 5& 1/2 hours. Which was I not informed or didn't understand. Just to go to the next stop when i got to Chicago. The wifi was not working. And the bus was very rocky.

Mia M.

August 4, 2019

Bus was devalued close to three hours. Please improve your logistics, I waited as long as my actually bus ride. Indianapolis to Chicago is one of the quicker bus trips, there could have been a new bus ride added to accomadate us. It sucker we have to wait so long for the original bus comes just so Greyhound doesn’t have to higher another bus driver. Several buses were at the station empty. Unacceptable, the need to do lean six sigma and find better solutions.

Larquana B.

May 19, 2018

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dayton 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Dayton to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dayton to Chicago start from MAD 371. The average price for this route is around MAD 536. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dayton to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Dayton to Chicago is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 362 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Dayton to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dayton to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Dayton to Chicago at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 12:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dayton to Chicago?
A bus trip from Dayton to Chicago generates an estimated 9.043225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dayton to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15728 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dayton to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dayton 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dayton 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

09-17

MAD 485

09-18

MAD 485

Today

MAD 485

09-20

MAD 505

09-21

MAD 398

09-22

MAD 349

09-23

MAD 369

09-24

MAD 340

The cheapest trip from Dayton to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 24, 2026 with a price of MAD 340

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 340 to MAD 1,121 for a bus ticket from Dayton to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 340 which is on 2026-09-24.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.