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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Nashville

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

today
$58
tomorrow
$58
Sunday
$58
Monday
$53
Tuesday
$55
Wednesday
$53
Thursday
$52

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $62
FlixBus 11h 20m 1:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:20 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $63

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $62
FlixBus 9h 10m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $65

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $60
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 9h 10m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $63

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
FlixBus 9h 10m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $57

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $55
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $57
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $57
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 10m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $61

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 4:30 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 30m 9:40 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $55
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $55
FlixBus 9h 50m 6:00 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 10m 6:40 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $59

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 5m 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 3:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $52
FlixBus 14h 25m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 8:10 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 11h 15m 2:10 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 40m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 10h 50m 9:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 8:30 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station  Economy $58

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Nashville is $52 on 12/11/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Nashville

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Nashville are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 37 daily buses from Chicago to Nashville. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 28 daily coaches between Chicago and Nashville.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 98 buses from Chicago to Nashville, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Nashville, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Nashville

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 33 times every day by bus from Chicago to Nashville in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus $52
Fastest Bus 9h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:25 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 33 Ø
Distance 398.3 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Nashville

Every day, 33 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Nashville: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$58
Saturday 12/06
$58
Sunday 12/07
$58
Monday 12/08
$62
Tuesday 12/09
$55
Wednesday 12/10
$53
Thursday 12/11
$69
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
$62
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
$60
Tuesday 12/16
$67
Wednesday 12/17
$62
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$67
Saturday 12/20
$72
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
$70
Thursday 12/25
$66
Friday 12/26
$70
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Nashville

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Nashville, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $52, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Nashville. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $58.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Nashville, with $52. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Nashville

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 Nashville 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 Nashville, 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 Nashville are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Nashville

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Nashville from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Nashville

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Nashville:

Cheapest Price $53
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Bus 6:10 AM
Last Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Connections 17 Ø
Found on 12/5/2025

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Nashville

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Nashville

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Nashville bus

How much does a Chicago Nashville bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 16h 5m to reach Nashville. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $127. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Nashville.

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

Every day, the Chicago to Nashville bus route is served by approximately 33 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Nashville take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Nashville is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $69. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Nashville?

The earliest bus arriving in Nashville 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 Nashville?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Nashville starts at 11:59 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 Nashville route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Nashville, 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 Nashville?

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

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Nashville

Economy
Economy

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

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