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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Richmond (17th St and Ambler) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | |||||
 | Main Street Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
 | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
| Henrico | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
| Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Henrico | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:35 PM EDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R$429, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Chicago?
Stops in Richmond
- A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA - B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA - C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA - D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA - E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St) - F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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 traveling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Chicago start from R$429. The average price for this route is around R$618. 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 Richmond to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Richmond to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 614 miles (989 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Chicago at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Chicago?
A bus trip from Richmond to Chicago generates an estimated 24.718125 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 Richmond to Chicago?
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 5834 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Chicago?
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 Richmond to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Richmond to Chicago?
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.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 9, 2026 with a price of R$715To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$715 to R$8,823 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$715 which is on 2026-07-09.
Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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 Richmond, VA, US to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
