Next bus departures

Next departures for Omaha to Chicago on August 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:40am	Omaha	9h 45m	4:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05pm	Burlington Trailways Station	8h 40m	5:45am	Chicago (Bus Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40am	Omaha	11h 45m	6:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:06 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Omaha to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 487, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 45mAverage Duration

694 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 487 - MAD 1,487	Average Duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 534 - MAD 2,091	Average Duration10h 29m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Omaha and Chicago

Stops in Omaha

A
Omaha Bus Station
1601 Jackson St, Omaha, NE 68102

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

Greyhound

3.5/588,054 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 88054 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 487

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Omaha Chicago recent customer reviews

The bus went out of service in Des Moines Iowa wesat waiting at bus terminal for over 2 hours was told another bus was 5 hours away I went to get food down the street because the bus driver told me someone vomited on bus so bus is biohazard. I came back to terminal after 10 or 15 minutes and was left behind in Des Moines Iowa

Shawon F.

May 27, 2026

Jefferson Lines

3.9/5795 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.7

Burlington Trailways

4.2/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Omaha, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Omaha to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Omaha to Chicago start from MAD 487. The average price for this route is around MAD 678. 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 Omaha to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Omaha to Chicago is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 694 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 25m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Omaha to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, Burlington Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Omaha to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Omaha to Chicago at 5:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Omaha to Chicago?
A bus trip from Omaha to Chicago generates an estimated 17.34215 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 Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Omaha to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Omaha to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

08-11

MAD 1,152

08-12

MAD 1,152

Today

MAD 1,152

08-14

MAD 990

08-15

MAD 933

08-16

MAD 1,152

08-17

MAD 828

08-18

MAD 667

The cheapest trip from Omaha, US to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 18, 2026 with a price of MAD 667

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 667 to MAD 1,818 for a bus ticket from Omaha, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 667 which is on 2026-08-18.

Usually Jefferson Lines, Greyhound 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.