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

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tomorrow
Tuesday
$103
Wednesday
$107
Thursday
$129
Friday
Saturday
$101

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 5m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $103
FlixBus 34h 35m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $103
FlixBus 26h 25m 5:05 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:30 PM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $104
Greyhound US 21h 0m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:30 PM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $116
Greyhound US 33h 40m 10:15 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $116

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 29h 5m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $107
FlixBus 34h 35m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $107
FlixBus 44h 0m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $107
Greyhound US 30h 35m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $110
Greyhound US 30h 20m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:40 PM Baton Rouge Albertson's College Drive  Economy $110
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Baton Rouge via New Orleans, LA, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      30h 0m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      4:50 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $77
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      1h 20m
      0
      6:10 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      7:30 PM
      Baton Rouge
      Park & Ride
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 28h 55m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:40 PM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $129
Greyhound US 29h 10m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $129
Greyhound US 33h 25m 10:15 AM Chicago Union Station 7:40 PM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $131
Greyhound US 33h 40m 10:15 AM Chicago Union Station 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $131
Greyhound US 28h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $132
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Baton Rouge via New Orleans, LA, you can save more than $35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      30h 0m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      4:50 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $77
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      1h 20m
      0
      6:10 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      7:30 PM
      Baton Rouge
      Park & Ride
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $17
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $35

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 30h 25m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:55 PM Baton Rouge Chevron  Economy $101
FlixBus 30h 10m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 7:40 PM Baton Rouge Albertson's College Drive  Economy $101
FlixBus 29h 5m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $103
Greyhound US 29h 40m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:25 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $113
Greyhound US 28h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 10:30 AM Baton Rouge Park & Ride  Economy $117

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge is $96 on 8/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Baton Rouge

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Baton Rouge are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 25 daily buses from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Chicago and Baton Rouge.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 30 buses from Chicago to Baton Rouge, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Baton Rouge, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Baton Rouge starting from $96!

Cheapest Bus $96
Fastest Bus 21h 0m
Earliest Bus 5:25 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 814.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Every day, 17 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Baton Rouge: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
$103
Wednesday 07/22
$107
Thursday 07/23
$129
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
$101
Sunday 07/26
$117
Monday 07/27
$101
Tuesday 07/28
$103
Wednesday 07/29
$112
Thursday 07/30
$116
Friday 07/31
$130
Saturday 08/01
$116
Sunday 08/02
$113
Monday 08/03
$127
Tuesday 08/04
$96
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$116
Friday 08/07
$118
Saturday 08/08
$97
Sunday 08/09
$108
Monday 08/10
Tuesday 08/11
$122
Wednesday 08/12
$124
Thursday 08/13
$110
Friday 08/14
$110
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Baton Rouge

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Baton Rouge, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $96, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $110.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Baton Rouge, with $96. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $115.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Baton Rouge

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 Chicago to Baton Rouge 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge, 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Baton Rouge

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Baton Rouge bus

How much does a Chicago Baton Rouge bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $96 and takes 30h 25m to reach Baton Rouge. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $96 and $155. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Baton Rouge.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Baton Rouge each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Baton Rouge bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Baton Rouge take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge is offered by Greyhound US and takes 21h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $120. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

The earliest bus arriving in Baton Rouge from Chicago starts at 5:25 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Baton Rouge starts at 11:55 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 Chicago Baton Rouge route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Baton Rouge, 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 Chicago and Baton Rouge?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Baton Rouge 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge 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 Chicago Baton Rouge 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 Chicago Baton Rouge 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

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 17 daily trips between Chicago and Baton Rouge. 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between Chicago and Baton Rouge 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge

Economy
Economy

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

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