Bus Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

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

today

$139

tomorrow

Tuesday

$119

Wednesday

$114

Thursday

$170

Friday

$167

Saturday

$130

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	32h 30m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:55 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/20/2026 12:25:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/21/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 30m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:55 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$143	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/20/2026 10:50:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m
Greyhound US	45h 45m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	7:55 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$143	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/20/2026 11:10:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $143 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 45m
FlixBus	33h 50m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:55 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$150	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/20/2026 11:05:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/21/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 50m
FlixBus	35h 30m	5:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$168	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/20/2026 5:05:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	39h 15m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$119	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 1:20:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
FlixBus	34h 10m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$119	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 11:05:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
FlixBus	45h 20m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$120	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 11:55:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 20m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$153	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 10:15:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $153 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	37h 50m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$153	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/22/2026 2:45:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $153 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	39h 15m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$114	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 1:20:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
FlixBus	45h 20m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 11:55:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 20m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 10:15:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	37h 50m	2:45 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 2:45:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	32h 50m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$170	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/24/2026 12:25:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $170 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 50m
FlixBus	35h 30m	5:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$171	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/24/2026 5:05:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$172	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$184	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/24/2026 11:10:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT via Denver, you can save more than $34? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  40h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:25 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Denver
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $88
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 12:25:00 PM to Union Station, Denver (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 35m
- Greyhound US
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Denver
  Union Station
  
  3:35 AM
  
  Salt Lake City, UT
  Intermodal Hub
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 9/24/2026 4:35:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Travel time is 8h 20m longer, but you will save $34

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	32h 50m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/25/2026 12:25:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/26/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 50m
FlixBus	35h 30m	5:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$168	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/25/2026 5:05:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$175	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/25/2026 10:15:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $175 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	46h 5m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$178	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/25/2026 11:10:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $178 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT via Denver, you can save more than $31? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  40h 10m
  
  0
  
  12:25 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Denver
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $88
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/23/2026 12:25:00 PM to Union Station, Denver (USA) arriving at 9/24/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 35m
- Greyhound US
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Denver
  Union Station
  
  3:35 AM
  
  Salt Lake City, UT
  Intermodal Hub
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Denver (USA) at 9/24/2026 4:35:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/25/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Travel time is 8h 20m longer, but you will save $31

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	34h 10m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$130	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/26/2026 11:05:00 AM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
Greyhound US	39h 15m	1:20 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$131	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/26/2026 1:20:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
FlixBus	45h 20m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$131	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/26/2026 11:55:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/28/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 20m
Greyhound US	32h 50m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:15 PM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$157	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/26/2026 12:25:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/27/2026 8:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 50m
FlixBus	35h 30m	5:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Salt Lake City, UT	Intermodal Hub	Economy	$158	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/26/2026 5:05:00 PM to Intermodal Hub, Salt Lake City, UT (USA) arriving at 9/28/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $158 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT is $114 on 9/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 18 buses from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT starting from $114!

Cheapest Bus	$114
Fastest Bus	31h 30m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	1,257.0 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Salt Lake City, UT: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/20

$139

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

$119

Wednesday 09/23

$114

Thursday 09/24

$170

Friday 09/25

$167

Saturday 09/26

$130

Sunday 09/27

$136

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

$170

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

$163

Friday 10/02

$149

Saturday 10/03

$140

Sunday 10/04

Monday 10/05

$146

Tuesday 10/06

$126

Wednesday 10/07

Thursday 10/08

Friday 10/09

$205

Saturday 10/10

Sunday 10/11

Monday 10/12

$163

Tuesday 10/13

$153

Wednesday 10/14

Thursday 10/15

Friday 10/16

$141

Saturday 10/17

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

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

With a price starting from $114, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $163.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT, with $114. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $119.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, 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 Salt Lake City, UT are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT:

Cheapest Price	$114
Fastest Bus	31h 30m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Last Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	8/27/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT.

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

Downtown

Corner of North Temple and West Temple

Intermodal Hub

S 600 W 300

SLC Airport

Amelia Earhart Dr @ 5555 W Bus Stop

Courthouse Train Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT bus

How much does a Chicago Salt Lake City, UT bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $114 and takes 38h 15m to reach Salt Lake City, UT. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $114 and $191. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Salt Lake City, UT.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT is offered by Greyhound US and takes 31h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $139. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT?

The earliest bus arriving in Salt Lake City, UT from Chicago starts at 10:15 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 Salt Lake City, UT?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT, 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 Salt Lake City, UT?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Salt Lake City, UT?

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 Salt Lake City, UT. 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 Salt Lake City, UT

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chicago and to Salt Lake City, UT

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