Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Chicago on June 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
FlixBusBus
Philadelphia Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Philadelphia Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson BlvdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:23 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 21 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 412, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
21h 33mAverage Duration
1068 kmDistance
97kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PricePLN 321 - PLN 1,012Average Duration1d
27kg CO₂e
Train
Average PricePLN 412 - PLN 5,557Average Duration21h 33m
97kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start from PLN 321. The average price for this route is around PLN 402. 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1061 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Chicago at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Chicago generates an estimated 26.516375 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 Philadelphia 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 87564 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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
06-14
PLN 738
06-15
PLN 637
Today
PLN 626
06-17
PLN 637
06-18
PLN 738
06-19
PLN 453
06-20
PLN 453
06-21
PLN 541
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 19, 2026 with a price of PLN 453

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 453 to PLN 869 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 453 which is on 2026-06-19.

Usually 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago?

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