Bus Chicago to Phoenix, AZ - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

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

today

$221

tomorrow

$382

Monday

Tuesday

$297

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	41h 5m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:35 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$221	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/13/2025 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $221 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 5m
Greyhound US	57h 0m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$233	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/13/2025 11:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $233 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 0m
Greyhound US	46h 10m	10:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$266	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/13/2025 10:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $266 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 10m
FlixBus	39h 40m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$268	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/13/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $268 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	57h 0m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$382	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 12/14/2025 11:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $382 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 0m
Greyhound US	41h 5m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:35 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$392	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/14/2025 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $392 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 5m
FlixBus	39h 40m	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$410	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/14/2025 4:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $410 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 40m
Greyhound US	46h 10m	10:00 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$435	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 12/14/2025 10:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $435 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 10m
FlixBus	39h 0m	5:10 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$457	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/14/2025 5:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $457 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ via Kansas City, you can save more than $124? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  55h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  1:35 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $91
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/15/2025 12:15:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  33h 25m
  
  0
  
  10:45 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  7:10 AM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $167
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 12/15/2025 10:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 25m
Travel time is 17h 55m longer, but you will save $124

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	41h 5m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:35 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$297	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/16/2025 10:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $297 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 5m
Greyhound US	57h 0m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$314	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/16/2025 11:10:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $314 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 0m
Greyhound US	41h 25m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$331	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/16/2025 2:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $331 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 25m
Greyhound US	46h 10m	10:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	7:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$347	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/16/2025 10:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $347 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ via Kansas City, you can save more than $39? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  55h 55m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  1:35 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $91
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 12/15/2025 12:15:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  33h 25m
  
  0
  
  10:45 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  7:10 AM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $167
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 12/15/2025 10:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 25m
Travel time is 15h 50m longer, but you will save $39

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is $201 on 12/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 10 buses from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ starting from $201!

Cheapest Bus	$201
Fastest Bus	38h 0m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	1,451.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Phoenix, AZ: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/13/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$221

Sunday 12/14

$382

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$297

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

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

With a price starting from $221, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $382.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ, with $221. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $268.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

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 Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ, 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 Phoenix, AZ are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Phoenix, AZ from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Phoenix, AZ:

Cheapest Price	$221
Fastest Bus	40h 5m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Last Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/13/2025

FlixBus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Phoenix, AZ:

Cheapest Price	$268
Fastest Bus	38h 0m
Earliest Bus	4:30 PM
Last Bus	7:25 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	12/13/2025

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Phoenix, AZ

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

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

24th St & Jefferson St Station

24th St & Jefferson St

27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop

N 27th Ave 1614

Bus Station

E Buckeye Rd 2115

44th St/Washington

Downtown

S 1st St 401S

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 Phoenix, AZ? Compare all modes of transports from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Phoenix, AZ bus

How much does a Chicago Phoenix, AZ bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $201 and takes 40h 5m to reach Phoenix, AZ. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $201 and $637. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Phoenix, AZ.

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

Every day, the Chicago to Phoenix, AZ bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is offered by FlixBus and takes 38h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $461. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

The earliest bus arriving in Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ, 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 Phoenix, AZ?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

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 6 daily trips between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ. 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.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Phoenix, AZ

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chicago and to Phoenix, AZ

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