Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Cleveland on July 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	6h 50m	8:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 10m	2:40pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 15m	2:40pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	No tags
	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 10m	8:15pm	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	7h 10m	2:10am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 5m	2:10am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	15h 15m	11:55am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	14h 45m	11:25am	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:32 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

303 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $291	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $156	Average Duration7h 8m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Cleveland

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

Stops in Cleveland

A
Greyhound Station
1465 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

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Greyhound

3.5/587,588 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Cleveland recent customer reviews

The drivers were really a hit or miss. 2/4 of them I met were incredibly helpful, professional, and warm, and the other two were (understandably) over it. Really the other passengers are the main complaint, and while I understand there's not much that can be done about that, some drivers handled it well and others didn't handle it at all.

Alyssa A.

April 3, 2021

Pleasantly surprised how easy, and comfortable, the ride was. Had an extremely polite driver, who drove so smoothly, I could hardly tell we were moving. He was the Best!

Christine W.

January 27, 2020

The bus station was a hot mess. No direction except for a casual, Cle is at door 13. It was not listed on the screen. The employees wandered in and out of the bus doors seeming to forget which were locked and having to try all the doors. The lines were not clearly marked, the signs in the front indicated boarding one way, and the opposite at the back of the line. No announcements about boarding were made even tho they did try to board by boarding numbers. The staff seemed pretty disorganized. The busses were smaller than either Megabus, Trailways and Windstar. Much less legroom, the cupholders too low to the ground and I was glad the bus was not full or it would have been very tight. Stopping for a meal at a gas station not really a meal stop. Surely there are better stops.

Elynmarie K.

July 1, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/513,099 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4.1/55,847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

OurBus

4.0/53,198 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 1 daily trips between Chicago and Cleveland, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Cleveland, OH, US 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 Chicago to Cleveland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Cleveland start from $40. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Chicago to Cleveland?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Cleveland is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 303 miles (488 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 59m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Cleveland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Cleveland?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Cleveland at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Cleveland?
A bus trip from Chicago to Cleveland generates an estimated 12.197975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Cleveland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5847 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Cleveland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Cleveland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Cleveland?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

07/27

$68

07/28

$72

Today

$62

07/30

$46

07/31

$68

08/01

$55

08/02

$92

08/03

$70

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on Jul 30, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $125 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-07-30.

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.