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Compare all timetables for the bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Buffalo, NY to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$60

tomorrow

$82

Saturday

$60

Sunday

$57

Monday

$56

Tuesday

$75

Wednesday

$59

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	11h 55m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station		Economy	$60	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/7/2026 11:05:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
	Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$65	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/7/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$82	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/8/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/8/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
	Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$84	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/8/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Buffalo, NY to Chicago via Niagara Falls, NY, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  14h 15m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Buffalo, NY
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:15 PM
  
  Niagara Falls, NY
  Charter bus zone behind visitor center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 8:45:00 PM to Charter bus zone behind visitor center, Niagara Falls, NY (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  13h 40m
  
  0
  
  9:20 PM
  
  Niagara Falls, NY
  Charter bus zone behind visitor center
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $68
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Charter bus zone behind visitor center, Niagara Falls, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 9:20:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 10m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$60	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 7:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
Greyhound US	11h 55m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$60	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 11:05:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/9/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 10m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/10/2026 7:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
Greyhound US	11h 55m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/10/2026 11:05:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/10/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/10/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 10m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/11/2026 7:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
Greyhound US	11h 55m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/11/2026 11:05:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/11/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/11/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$75	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/12/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
	Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$75	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/12/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Buffalo, NY to Chicago via Niagara Falls, NY, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  20h 0m
  
  0
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Buffalo, NY
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:30 AM
  
  Niagara Falls, NY
  Charter bus zone behind visitor center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $4
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/12/2026 1:05:00 AM to Charter bus zone behind visitor center, Niagara Falls, NY (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 1:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
- FlixBus
  
  14h 15m
  
  0
  
  6:50 AM
  
  Niagara Falls, NY
  Charter bus zone behind visitor center
  
  8:05 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $59
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Charter bus zone behind visitor center, Niagara Falls, NY (USA) at 5/12/2026 6:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
Travel time is 5h 40m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 10m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/13/2026 7:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
Greyhound US	11h 55m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/13/2026 11:05:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	16h 40m	7:55 AM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/13/2026 7:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 40m
Greyhound US	15h 20m	11:05 PM	Buffalo, NY	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 5/13/2026 11:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago is $56 on 5/11/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Buffalo, NY and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Buffalo, NY and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Buffalo, NY to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Buffalo, NY and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 buses from Buffalo, NY to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Buffalo, NY and Chicago, with 17 offers.

Facts about the bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 5 times every day by bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Chicago starting from $56!

Cheapest Bus	$56
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Bus	11:05 PM
Latest Bus	11:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	452.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Buffalo, NY to Chicago

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Buffalo, NY for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

$60

Friday 05/08

$82

Saturday 05/09

$60

Sunday 05/10

$62

Monday 05/11

$56

Tuesday 05/12

$75

Wednesday 05/13

$59

Thursday 05/14

$63

Friday 05/15

$63

Saturday 05/16

$67

Sunday 05/17

$63

Monday 05/18

$60

Tuesday 05/19

$62

Wednesday 05/20

$59

Thursday 05/21

$66

Friday 05/22

$71

Saturday 05/23

$65

Sunday 05/24

$66

Monday 05/25

$76

Tuesday 05/26

$75

Wednesday 05/27

$59

Thursday 05/28

$70

Friday 05/29

$58

Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Buffalo, NY to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Chicago, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $56, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Buffalo, NY to Chicago, with $56. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $56.

How to save money travelling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and Chicago

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

Central Bus Station

Ellicott Street 181

MTC / Downtown Terminal

Ellicott Street 181

Maple Road Gulf

Maple Rd 4641

Asia Food Market

Niagara Falls Blvd 2055

Cleveland Hall

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Service and Comfort on the bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Buffalo, NY to Chicago bus

How much does a Buffalo, NY Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $56 and takes 12h 10m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Buffalo, NY to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $56 and $84. 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 Buffalo, NY to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Buffalo, NY to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Buffalo, NY to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 10h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $63. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Buffalo, NY starts at 11:05 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 Buffalo, NY to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Buffalo, NY for Chicago starts at 11:05 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 Buffalo, NY Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Buffalo, NY to Chicago, passengers can travel with 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 Buffalo, NY and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Buffalo, NY 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.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Buffalo, NY to Chicago?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Buffalo, NY to Chicago

Economy

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

More bus routes to Buffalo, NY and to Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Buffalo, NY and to Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!