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Compare all timetables for the bus from Athens, GA to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Athens, GA to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$80
tomorrow
$81
Saturday
$80
Sunday
$115
Monday
$87
Tuesday
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $80
Greyhound US 19h 5m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $94
Greyhound US 21h 15m 1:35 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $104
FlixBus 34h 40m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $120
FlixBus 21h 5m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 10m 6:10 AM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $81
FlixBus 21h 5m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $83
Greyhound US 18h 40m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $83
FlixBus 17h 55m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 19h 5m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $106

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 45m 6:10 AM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $80
FlixBus 21h 5m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 18h 40m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $83
Greyhound US 21h 15m 1:35 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $91
FlixBus 19h 0m 6:10 AM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $108

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 0m 6:10 AM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 17h 55m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 19h 50m 1:35 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $122
Greyhound US 19h 25m 1:35 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $122
Greyhound US 19h 5m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $134
  • Did you know that if you travel from Athens, GA to Chicago via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      22h 50m
      0
      10:20 PM
      Athens, GA
      Athens Transit Multimodal Center
      11:45 PM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $12
      • Waiting Time 5h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      16h 5m
      0
      5:05 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      8:10 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $86
    Travel time is 5h 55m longer, but you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 45m 6:10 AM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $87
FlixBus 21h 5m 10:20 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $87
Greyhound US 18h 40m 5:25 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $87
Greyhound US 21h 15m 1:35 PM Athens, GA Athens Transit Multimodal Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $143

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Athens, GA to Chicago is $69 on 9/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Athens, GA and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Athens, GA and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Athens, GA to Chicago. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Athens, GA and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 36 buses from Athens, GA to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Athens, GA and Chicago, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Athens, GA to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 12 times every day by bus from Athens, GA to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Athens, GA to Chicago starting from $69!

Cheapest Bus $69
Fastest Bus 16h 55m
Earliest Bus 1:35 PM
Latest Bus 10:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 12 Ø
Distance 594.5 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Athens, GA to Chicago

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Athens, GA for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/03/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/30
Monday 08/31
Tuesday 09/01
Wednesday 09/02
Thursday 09/03
$84
Friday 09/04
$81
Saturday 09/05
$112
Sunday 09/06
$115
Monday 09/07
$87
Tuesday 09/08
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 09/10
$73
Friday 09/11
$84
Saturday 09/12
$82
Sunday 09/13
Monday 09/14
$88
Tuesday 09/15
$83
Wednesday 09/16
$69
Thursday 09/17
Friday 09/18
$74
Saturday 09/19
$80
Sunday 09/20
$76
Monday 09/21
$80
Tuesday 09/22
Wednesday 09/23
Thursday 09/24
$88
Friday 09/25
$90
Saturday 09/26

The cheapest time to travel from Athens, GA to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Athens, GA to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $73, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Athens, GA to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $76.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Athens, GA to Chicago, with $80. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $82.

How to save money travelling from Athens, GA to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Athens, GA to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Athens, GA to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Athens, GA to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Athens, GA and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Athens, GA and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Athens, GA to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Athens, GA to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Athens, GA to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Athens, GA to Chicago bus

How much does a Athens, GA Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $69 and takes 17h 40m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Athens, GA to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $69 and $190. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Athens, GA to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Athens, GA to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Athens, GA to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Athens, GA to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 16h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $133. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Athens, GA to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Athens, GA starts at 1:35 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Athens, GA to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Athens, GA for Chicago starts at 10:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Athens, GA Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Athens, GA to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Athens, GA and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Athens, GA and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Athens, GA to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Athens, GA Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Athens, GA Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Athens, GA to Chicago on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Athens, GA to Chicago?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 12 daily trips between Athens, GA and Chicago. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Athens, GA to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 12 trips between Athens, GA and Chicago change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Athens, GA to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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