Bus Chicago to Ocala, FL - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL

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

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$117

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$122

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Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	28h 25m	1:30 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:55 PM	Ocala, FL	Paddock Mall N Bus Stop	Economy	$117	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Paddock Mall N Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/23/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
FlixBus	42h 5m	11:50 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	6:55 PM	Ocala, FL	Paddock Mall N Bus Stop	Economy	$119	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 11:50:00 PM to Paddock Mall N Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/24/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 5m
Greyhound US	30h 50m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	7:00 AM	Ocala, FL	Paddock Mall N Bus Stop	Economy	$129	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 11:10:00 PM to Paddock Mall N Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/24/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 50m
Greyhound US	27h 10m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:55 PM	Ocala, FL	Paddock Mall N Bus Stop	Economy	$129	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 2:45:00 PM to Paddock Mall N Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/23/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 10m
Tornado Bus Company	44h 15m	1:30 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	10:45 AM	Ocala, FL	Restaurant My Ranchito	Basic	$330	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) at 1/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Restaurant My Ranchito, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/24/2026 10:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $330 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	31h 55m	10:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	6:55 PM	Ocala, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 10:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/25/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 55m
Greyhound US	30h 50m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:00 AM	Ocala, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/26/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 50m
Greyhound US	31h 10m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:00 AM	Ocala, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/26/2026 7:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 10m
FlixBus	23h 55m	6:00 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	6:55 PM	Ocala, FL	Bus Stop	Economy	$131	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 1/24/2026 6:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, Ocala, FL (USA) arriving at 1/25/2026 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL is $110 on 1/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Ocala, FL

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Chicago to Ocala, FL. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and Ocala, FL.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Chicago to Ocala, FL, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Ocala, FL, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company that travel 5 times every day by bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Ocala, FL starting from $110!

Cheapest Bus	$110
Fastest Bus	24h 55m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	929.4 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US, FlixBus and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Ocala, FL

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Chicago for Ocala, FL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

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$117

Friday 01/23

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$122

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$110

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The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Ocala, FL

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

With a price starting from $117, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $122.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Ocala, FL, with $117. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $122.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Ocala, FL

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 Ocala, FL 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 Ocala, FL, 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 Ocala, FL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Ocala, FL

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

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

Bus Stop

RedCoach

2020 SW 135th St I-75 & FL 484 Exit 341

Ocala Hotels

SW 38th Ave 3600

Restaurant My Ranchito

W Silver Springs Blvd 4277

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Ocala, FL bus

How much does a Chicago Ocala, FL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $110 and takes 29h 25m to reach Ocala, FL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Ocala, FL?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $110 and $330. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Ocala, FL.

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

Every day, the Chicago to Ocala, FL 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 Chicago to Ocala, FL take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL is offered by FlixBus and takes 24h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $131. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL?

The earliest bus arriving in Ocala, FL from Chicago starts at 10:00 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 Ocala, FL?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Ocala, FL starts at 11:10 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 Ocala, FL route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Ocala, FL, 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 Ocala, FL?

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

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Ocala, FL

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chicago and to Ocala, FL

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