Bus Chicago to Waco, TX - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Waco, TX

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

today

$125

tomorrow

$109

Monday

Tuesday

$112

Wednesday

$138

Thursday

Friday

$106

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	21h 40m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:10 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$125	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/20/2026 10:30:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/21/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
Greyhound US	38h 55m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/20/2026 11:10:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 55m
Greyhound US	28h 10m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$127	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/20/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/21/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $127 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
FlixBus	23h 25m	9:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$136	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/20/2026 9:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/21/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 25m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$109	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/21/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 25m
FlixBus	32h 20m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/21/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 20m
Greyhound US	21h 40m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:10 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$117	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/21/2026 10:30:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
Greyhound US	28h 10m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/21/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Tornado Bus Company	20h 0m	1:30 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	9:30 AM	Waco, TX	Tornado Bus Company	Economy	$255	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) at 6/21/2026 1:30:00 PM to Tornado Bus Company, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/22/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $255 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 25m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 25m
FlixBus	27h 5m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	8:10 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 5:05:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
Greyhound US	21h 40m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	8:10 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$124	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 10:30:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 40m
Greyhound US	34h 0m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$128	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 11:10:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/25/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 0m
Tornado Bus Company	20h 0m	1:30 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	9:30 AM	Waco, TX	Tornado Bus Company	Economy	$255	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 1:30:00 PM to Tornado Bus Company, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $255 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	28h 10m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$138	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/24/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/25/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Greyhound US	27h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$138	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/25/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 50m
FlixBus	23h 25m	9:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/24/2026 9:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/25/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m
Greyhound US	37h 15m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:45 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/24/2026 10:30:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/26/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Waco, TX via Dallas, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 25m
  
  0
  
  5:45 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  6:05 AM
  
  Dallas
  Harry Hines @ Webb Chapel Ext - S - MB
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $90
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/23/2026 5:45:00 AM to Harry Hines @ Webb Chapel Ext - S - MB, Dallas (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 6:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m
- Valley Transit
  
  2h 0m
  
  0
  
  7:10 AM
  
  Dallas
  Harry Hines @ Webb Chapel Ext - S - MB
  
  9:10 AM
  
  Waco, TX
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from Valley Transit goes from Harry Hines @ Webb Chapel Ext - S - MB, Dallas (USA) at 6/24/2026 7:10:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/24/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
Travel time is 4h 0m longer, but you will save $32

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	32h 20m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/26/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/27/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 20m
FlixBus	33h 20m	11:50 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	9:10 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/26/2026 11:50:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/28/2026 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 20m
Greyhound US	37h 15m	10:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:45 AM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$122	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/26/2026 10:30:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/28/2026 11:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m
Greyhound US	28h 10m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:05 PM	Waco, TX	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/26/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/27/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 10m
Tornado Bus Company	20h 0m	1:30 PM	Chicago	California & 35th Street Bus Stop	9:30 AM	Waco, TX	Tornado Bus Company	Economy	$255	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Chicago (USA) at 6/26/2026 1:30:00 PM to Tornado Bus Company, Waco, TX (USA) arriving at 6/27/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $255 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Waco, TX is $99 on 7/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Waco, TX

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 23 daily buses from Chicago to Waco, TX. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Chicago and Waco, TX.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 34 buses from Chicago to Waco, TX, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Waco, TX, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Waco, TX

Compare all providers like Tornado Bus Company, Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Chicago to Waco, TX in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Waco, TX starting from $99!

Cheapest Bus	$99
Fastest Bus	19h 18m
Earliest Bus	9:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	16 Ø
Distance	885.8 miles
Bus Companies	Tornado Bus Company, Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Waco, TX

Every day, 16 buses from 3 bus companies leave Chicago for Waco, TX: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 06/14

Monday 06/15

Tuesday 06/16

Wednesday 06/17

Thursday 06/18

Friday 06/19

Saturday 06/20

$125

Sunday 06/21

$109

Monday 06/22

Tuesday 06/23

$112

Wednesday 06/24

$138

Thursday 06/25

Friday 06/26

$106

Saturday 06/27

Sunday 06/28

Monday 06/29

Tuesday 06/30

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 07/02

Friday 07/03

Saturday 07/04

$99

Sunday 07/05

Monday 07/06

Tuesday 07/07

Wednesday 07/08

Thursday 07/09

Friday 07/10

$102

Saturday 07/11

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Waco, TX

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

With a price starting from $98, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Waco, TX. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $109.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Waco, TX, with $98. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $118.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Waco, 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 Waco, 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 Waco, 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 Waco, TX are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Waco, TX

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

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

15th St & Waco Dr

Tornado Bus Company

Speight Ave 1900

Baylor University

Flying J Travel Center

S New Rd 2409

Greyhound Bus Station

S 8th St 301

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Waco, TX

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Waco, TX bus

How much does a Chicago Waco, TX bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $99 and takes 32h 20m to reach Waco, TX. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $99 and $255. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Waco, TX.

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

Every day, the Chicago to Waco, TX bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Chicago to Waco, TX is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 19h 18m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $255. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Waco, TX from Chicago starts at 9:45 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 Waco, TX?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Waco, TX starts at 11:50 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 Waco, TX route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Waco, TX, passengers can travel with Tornado Bus Company, 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 Waco, TX?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Waco, 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: Tornado Bus Company, Greyhound US and FlixBus.

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

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

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Waco, TX

Economy

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

More bus routes to Chicago and to Waco, TX

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