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Compare all timetables for the bus from Houston to Chicago

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

today
$199
tomorrow
$152
Sunday
$109
Monday
$108
Tuesday
$125
Wednesday
$102
Thursday
$132

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 30h 55m 8:20 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $199
FlixBus 29h 10m 5:05 PM Houston Downtown Houston 10:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $199
Greyhound Lines Mexico 46h 30m 9:30 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $201
Valley Transit 37h 35m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $218
Tornado Bus Company 21h 25m 1:30 PM Houston Lockwood 10:55 AM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop  Basic $265

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 20m 7:00 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
Valley Transit 39h 15m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 32h 0m 1:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $152
Greyhound Lines Mexico 43h 50m 9:30 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $154
Tornado Bus Company 21h 25m 1:30 PM Houston Lockwood 10:55 AM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop  Basic $265

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 27h 20m 2:00 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 33h 30m 7:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
Greyhound Lines Mexico 43h 50m 9:30 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $110
Valley Transit 39h 15m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $110
Tornado Bus Company 21h 10m 1:30 PM Houston Lockwood 10:40 AM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop  Basic $265

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 28h 45m 5:05 PM Houston Downtown Houston 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $108
Greyhound US 32h 5m 1:45 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
Greyhound US 32h 15m 2:10 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 10:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 39h 15m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 32h 35m 1:15 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 9:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 39h 10m 8:40 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $125
FlixBus 38h 50m 9:00 AM Houston Downtown Houston 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $125
Greyhound US 32h 0m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $126
Greyhound US 34h 20m 8:15 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $126
Valley Transit 37h 35m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 20m 7:00 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $102
FlixBus 39h 10m 8:40 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $102
Greyhound Lines Mexico 43h 50m 9:30 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $105
Valley Transit 37h 35m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $132
Tornado Bus Company 21h 25m 1:30 PM Houston Lockwood 10:55 AM Chicago California & 35th Street Bus Stop  Basic $265

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 31h 0m 8:55 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 3:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132
Greyhound US 31h 40m 8:15 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 3:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133
Greyhound US 34h 25m 6:55 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133
FlixBus 33h 45m 1:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133
Greyhound Lines Mexico 43h 50m 9:30 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $133

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Houston to Chicago is $99 on 12/4/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Houston and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Houston and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 70 daily buses from Houston to Chicago. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Houston and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 116 buses from Houston to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Houston and Chicago, with 36 offers.

Facts about the bus from Houston to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico that travel 49 times every day by bus from Houston to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to Chicago starting from $99!

Cheapest Bus $99
Fastest Bus 20h 40m
Earliest Bus 2:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 49 Ø
Distance 942.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Tornado Bus Company and Valley Transit

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to Chicago

Every day, 49 buses from 5 bus companies leave Houston 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
$199
Saturday 12/06
$152
Sunday 12/07
$109
Monday 12/08
$151
Tuesday 12/09
$125
Wednesday 12/10
$130
Thursday 12/11
$132
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
$173
Sunday 12/14
$105
Monday 12/15
$135
Tuesday 12/16
$121
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$111
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
$130
Sunday 12/21
$148
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
$140
Wednesday 12/24
$129
Thursday 12/25
$133
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Houston to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Houston to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $102, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Houston to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $199.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Houston to Chicago, with $102. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $103.

How to save money travelling from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Houston to Chicago

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

All bus stations and stops in Houston and Chicago

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

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 Houston to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Houston to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Houston to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Houston to Chicago bus

How much does a Houston Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $99 and takes 34h 20m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $99 and $303. 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 Houston to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Houston to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 49 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Houston to Chicago is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 20h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $265. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Houston to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Houston starts at 2:00 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 Houston to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Houston for Chicago starts at 10:50 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 Houston Chicago route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Houston 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: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico.

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

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

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Houston and to Chicago

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

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