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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to El Paso, TX from various bus operators like Greyhound US, FlixBus or Tornado Bus Company for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$267
Sunday
$188
Monday
Tuesday
$266
Wednesday
$262
Thursday
$147

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 35h 5m 10:50 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $267
Greyhound US 34h 45m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $267
Greyhound US 32h 30m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $269
FlixBus 40h 10m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $278
FlixBus 33h 40m 12:15 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $280
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to El Paso, TX via Kansas City, you can save more than $51? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      38h 30m
      0
      4:30 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      6:00 AM
      Kansas City
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $63
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      24h 45m
      0
      6:15 AM
      Kansas City
      Greyhound Bus Station
      6:00 AM
      El Paso, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $153
    Travel time is 7h 0m longer, but you will save $51

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 45m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $188
FlixBus 40h 10m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $192
Greyhound US 32h 30m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $193
Greyhound US 35h 5m 10:50 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $193
FlixBus 33h 40m 12:15 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $195

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 39h 40m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 1:50 PM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $266
Greyhound US 40h 0m 10:50 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:50 PM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $266
Greyhound US 32h 30m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $267
Greyhound US 39h 55m 10:00 AM Chicago Union Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $271
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to El Paso, TX via Amarillo, TX, you can save more than $101? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      44h 15m
      0
      11:40 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      11:40 PM
      Amarillo, TX
      Multimodal Transfer Sta Bus Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $103
      • Waiting Time 10h 50m
    • FlixBus
      9h 25m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Amarillo, TX
      Greyhound Bus Station
      6:55 PM
      El Paso, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $62
    Travel time is 12h 45m longer, but you will save $101

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 39h 55m 10:00 AM Chicago Union Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $262
Greyhound US 32h 30m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $262
Greyhound US 50h 45m 11:10 PM Chicago Union Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $269
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to El Paso, TX via Amarillo, TX, you can save more than $97? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      44h 15m
      0
      11:40 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      11:40 PM
      Amarillo, TX
      Multimodal Transfer Sta Bus Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $103
      • Waiting Time 10h 50m
    • FlixBus
      9h 25m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Amarillo, TX
      Greyhound Bus Station
      6:55 PM
      El Paso, TX
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $62
    Travel time is 12h 45m longer, but you will save $97

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 35m 7:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 33h 10m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 8:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $147
FlixBus 43h 10m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:55 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 31h 30m 10:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 6:00 AM El Paso, TX Bus Station  Economy $174
Tornado Bus Company 40h 45m 1:30 PM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop 6:15 AM El Paso, TX Tornado Bus Station  Basic $265

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX is $118 on 2/25/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and El Paso, TX

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and El Paso, TX are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Chicago to El Paso, TX. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Chicago and El Paso, TX.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 21 buses from Chicago to El Paso, TX, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and El Paso, TX, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company that travel 7 times every day by bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to El Paso, TX starting from $118!

Cheapest Bus $118
Fastest Bus 31h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 1,248.3 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to El Paso, TX

Every day, 7 buses from 3 bus companies leave Chicago for El Paso, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
$267
Sunday 02/08
$188
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
$266
Wednesday 02/11
$262
Thursday 02/12
$147
Friday 02/13
$178
Saturday 02/14
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
$143
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21
Sunday 02/22
Monday 02/23
Tuesday 02/24
Wednesday 02/25
$118
Thursday 02/26
Friday 02/27
Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to El Paso, TX

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to El Paso, TX, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $99, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $188.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to El Paso, TX, with $99. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $262.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to El Paso, TX

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 El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX, 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 El Paso, TX are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and El Paso, TX

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and El Paso, TX.

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 Chicago to El Paso, TX? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to El Paso, TX.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX

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

FAQs about the Chicago to El Paso, TX bus

How much does a Chicago El Paso, TX bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $118 and takes 34h 35m to reach El Paso, TX. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to El Paso, TX?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $118 and $280. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to El Paso, TX.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to El Paso, TX each day?

Every day, the Chicago to El Paso, TX bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to El Paso, TX take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX is offered by Greyhound US and takes 31h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $269. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX?

The earliest bus arriving in El Paso, TX from Chicago starts at 12:15 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 El Paso, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for El Paso, TX starts at 11:45 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 El Paso, TX route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to El Paso, TX, passengers can travel with Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company. 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 El Paso, TX?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and El Paso, TX 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, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to El Paso, TX?

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 7 daily trips between Chicago and El Paso, TX. 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 El Paso, TX?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Chicago and El Paso, TX 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 El Paso, TX

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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