Bus Cleveland to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Cleveland to Chicago

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

today

$47

tomorrow

$48

Sunday

$46

Monday

$45

Tuesday

Wednesday

$48

Thursday

$43

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/5/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/5/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	10h 50m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/5/2025 3:35:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	11h 10m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/5/2025 12:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
Greyhound US	13h 5m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	5:00 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/5/2025 4:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/6/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/6/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	10h 50m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/6/2025 3:35:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	13h 5m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	5:00 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/6/2025 4:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Greyhound US	11h 10m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/6/2025 12:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/7/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/7/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	12h 20m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	4:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/7/2025 4:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m
Greyhound US	10h 50m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/7/2025 3:35:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	13h 5m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	5:00 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/7/2025 4:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/8/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	13h 5m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	5:00 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/8/2025 4:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Greyhound US	10h 50m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$58	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/8/2025 3:35:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	11h 10m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$58	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/8/2025 12:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/10/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	12h 20m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	4:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/10/2025 4:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 25m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/11/2025 3:35:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Greyhound US	8h 50m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	8:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/11/2025 12:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m
Greyhound US	10h 50m	3:35 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	1:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/11/2025 3:35:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	13h 5m	4:55 AM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	5:00 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/11/2025 4:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m
Greyhound US	11h 10m	12:15 PM	Cleveland	Greyhound Bus Station	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Cleveland (USA) at 12/11/2025 12:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cleveland to Chicago is $43 on 12/16/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cleveland and Chicago

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Cleveland to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Cleveland and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 38 buses from Cleveland to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Cleveland and Chicago, with 26 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cleveland to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 10 times every day by bus from Cleveland to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cleveland to Chicago starting from $43!

Cheapest Bus	$43
Fastest Bus	6h 25m
Earliest Bus	3:35 AM
Latest Bus	4:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	308.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Cleveland to Chicago

Every day, 10 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cleveland for Chicago: 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

$47

Saturday 12/06

$48

Sunday 12/07

$46

Monday 12/08

$45

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$48

Thursday 12/11

$59

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$53

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$43

Wednesday 12/17

$49

Thursday 12/18

$50

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$51

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$62

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$55

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Cleveland to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $43, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cleveland to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $48.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cleveland to Chicago, with $43. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $43.

How to save money travelling from Cleveland to Chicago

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 Cleveland to Chicago 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 Cleveland to Chicago, 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 Cleveland to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Cleveland to Chicago

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

Greyhound US from Cleveland to Chicago

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

Cheapest Price	$43
Fastest Bus	6h 25m
Earliest Bus	3:35 AM
Last Bus	4:40 PM
Daily Connections	10 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in Cleveland and Chicago

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

Greyhound Bus Station

Chester Ave 1465

Lyndhurst

Cedar Rd 25149

Stephanie Tubbs Jones Transit Center

E 22nd St 2115

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cleveland to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Cleveland to Chicago bus

How much does a Cleveland Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $43 and takes 6h 25m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $43 and $91. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

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

Every day, the Cleveland to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cleveland to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 6h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $48. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cleveland to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Cleveland starts at 3:35 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 Cleveland to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Cleveland for Chicago starts at 4:40 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 Cleveland Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Cleveland to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cleveland and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Cleveland and Chicago 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.

What can I take with me on the Cleveland to Chicago 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 Cleveland Chicago 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 Cleveland Chicago 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 Cleveland to Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Cleveland and to Chicago

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