Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
 | Bus
| Greyhound Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Greyhound Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
| Bus
| Greyhound Station | Downtown Greyhound Station |
Get from Silver Spring to Chicago
The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Silver Spring and Chicago
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - 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
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Based on 88210 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 $116
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Silver Spring to Chicago start from $116. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 Silver Spring to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Silver Spring to Chicago is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 951 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Silver Spring to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Silver Spring to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Silver Spring to Chicago at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Silver Spring to Chicago?
A bus trip from Silver Spring to Chicago generates an estimated 23.765549999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Silver Spring to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of $105To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Silver Spring to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $105 to $220 for a bus ticket from Silver Spring to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2026-10-10.
