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Compare all timetables for the bus from Boston, MA to Chicago

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

today
$97
tomorrow
$109
Thursday
$121
Friday
$140
Saturday
$150
Sunday
$130
Monday
$117

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 28h 20m 4:45 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $97
FlixBus 30h 30m 2:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $97
FlixBus 28h 40m 2:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $97
Greyhound US 26h 5m 8:55 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $99
FlixBus 35h 10m 9:50 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $99

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 40m 1:30 AM Boston, MA Allston 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $109
Greyhound US 30h 15m 8:55 AM Boston, MA South Station 2:10 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $110
Greyhound US 28h 20m 4:45 PM Boston, MA South Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $110
FlixBus 31h 30m 1:30 AM Boston, MA Allston 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $110
FlixBus 30h 30m 2:30 AM Boston, MA South Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $110

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 29h 10m 1:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
Greyhound US 31h 5m 2:15 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
Greyhound US 29h 30m 8:55 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $122
FlixBus 31h 20m 5:15 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $129
FlixBus 27h 50m 5:15 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $130
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Worcester, MA, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 40m
      0
      7:20 AM
      Boston, MA
      South Station
      8:15 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      26h 35m
      0
      8:25 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $89
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 31h 5m 2:15 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $140
FlixBus 31h 20m 5:15 PM Boston, MA South Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $141
Greyhound US 29h 10m 1:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $142
FlixBus 33h 45m 8:55 PM Boston, MA Allston 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $142
Greyhound US 28h 30m 3:05 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $144
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Brookline, MA, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 33h 45m
      Boston, MA
      4 mi
      8:55 PM
      Brookline, MA
      Bus Stop
      5:40 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $142
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Worcester, MA, you can save more than $40? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 40m
      0
      7:20 AM
      Boston, MA
      South Station
      8:15 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      26h 35m
      0
      8:25 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $89
    Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save $40

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 28h 40m 2:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $150
FlixBus 30h 30m 2:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $151
Greyhound US 23h 20m 3:05 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 27h 50m 5:15 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
Greyhound US 26h 5m 8:55 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $153
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Brookline, MA, you can save more than $-11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 34h 15m
      Boston, MA
      4 mi
      8:55 PM
      Brookline, MA
      Bus Stop
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $161
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Worcester, MA, you can save more than $50? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 40m
      0
      7:20 AM
      Boston, MA
      South Station
      8:15 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      26h 35m
      0
      8:25 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $89
    Travel time is 5h 20m longer, but you will save $50

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 20m 9:50 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $130
FlixBus 34h 15m 8:55 PM Boston, MA Allston 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $133
FlixBus 35h 30m 9:50 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $136
Greyhound US 23h 20m 3:05 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $143
Greyhound US 29h 10m 1:30 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Worcester, MA, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 40m
      0
      7:20 AM
      Boston, MA
      South Station
      8:15 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      26h 35m
      0
      8:25 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $89
    Travel time is 5h 20m longer, but you will save $30

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 28h 30m 3:05 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $117
Greyhound US 24h 40m 6:00 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $118
FlixBus 31h 20m 5:15 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $119
Greyhound US 29h 30m 8:55 AM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 27h 50m 5:15 PM Boston, MA Atlantic and Beach St 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $120
  • Did you know that if you travel from Boston, MA to Chicago via Worcester, MA, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 40m
      0
      7:20 AM
      Boston, MA
      South Station
      8:15 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      26h 35m
      0
      8:25 AM
      Worcester, MA
      Greyhound
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $89
    Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save $17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Boston, MA to Chicago is $82 on 4/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Boston, MA and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Boston, MA and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 34 daily buses from Boston, MA to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Boston, MA and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 65 buses from Boston, MA to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Boston, MA and Chicago, with 42 offers.

Facts about the bus from Boston, MA to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 30 times every day by bus from Boston, MA to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Boston, MA to Chicago starting from $82!

Cheapest Bus $82
Fastest Bus 22h 20m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Latest Bus 9:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 30 Ø
Distance 849.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Boston, MA to Chicago

Every day, 30 buses from 2 bus companies leave Boston, MA for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23
Tuesday 03/24
$97
Wednesday 03/25
$109
Thursday 03/26
$121
Friday 03/27
$140
Saturday 03/28
$150
Sunday 03/29
$130
Monday 03/30
$117
Tuesday 03/31
Wednesday 04/01
Thursday 04/02
$94
Friday 04/03
$119
Saturday 04/04
$115
Sunday 04/05
$144
Monday 04/06
$97
Tuesday 04/07
$84
Wednesday 04/08
$101
Thursday 04/09
$82
Friday 04/10
$84
Saturday 04/11
$112
Sunday 04/12
$103
Monday 04/13
$86
Tuesday 04/14
$94
Wednesday 04/15
$89
Thursday 04/16
$93
Friday 04/17
$90
Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from Boston, MA to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Boston, MA to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $82, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Boston, MA to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $100.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Boston, MA to Chicago, with $82. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $99.

How to save money travelling from Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Boston, MA to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Boston, MA to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Boston, MA to Chicago

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Boston, MA to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $97
Fastest Bus 22h 20m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Last Bus 3:05 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 3/23/2026

All bus stations and stops in Boston, MA and Chicago

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Boston, MA to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Boston, MA to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Boston, MA to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Boston, MA to Chicago bus

How much does a Boston, MA Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $82 and takes 29h 30m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Boston, MA to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $82 and $236. 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 Boston, MA to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Boston, MA to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 30 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Boston, MA to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Boston, MA to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 22h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $158. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Boston, MA to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Boston, MA starts at 1:30 AM. 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 Boston, MA to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Boston, MA for Chicago starts at 9:50 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 Boston, MA Chicago route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Boston, MA and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Boston, MA 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Chicago on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Boston, MA 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 30 daily trips between Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 30 trips between Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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