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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| RKP Transit Center | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| RKP Transit Center | Downtown Greyhound Station | Fastest | ||||
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| RKP Transit Center | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
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| RKP Transit Center | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Get from Akron to Chicago
The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 870, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Akron 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Akron to Chicago by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Akron to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Akron to Chicago start at R 870. The average price for this route is around R 1 159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Akron to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Akron to Chicago is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 516 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Akron to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Akron to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Akron to Chicago at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 11:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Akron to Chicago?
A bus trip from Akron to Chicago produces an estimated 12.895224999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Akron 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 88182 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Akron to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Akron 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 Akron 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.
The cheapest trip from Akron to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Oct 2026 with a price of R 1 021To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Akron to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 021 to R 1 420 for a bus ticket from Akron to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 021, which is on 2026-10-13.
Usually 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.
