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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 Tornado Bus Company for the next days.

today
$111
tomorrow
$87
Wednesday
$103
Thursday
$109
Friday
$151
Saturday
$114
Sunday
$95

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 35m 1:15 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $111
FlixBus 33h 30m 7:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $111
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $124
Greyhound US 34h 20m 8:15 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $124
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $124

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 30m 7:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $87
FlixBus 36h 10m 11:25 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $88
Greyhound US 33h 25m 2:10 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $126
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $129
Greyhound US 34h 20m 8:15 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $130

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 36h 10m 11:25 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $103
Greyhound US 34h 25m 6:55 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 32h 45m 11:25 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $116
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $116

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 35m 1:15 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 33h 40m 8:55 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $110
Greyhound US 34h 25m 6:55 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $113
Greyhound US 37h 5m 10:00 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $113
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 30h 10m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $151
Greyhound US 31h 0m 8:15 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $151
Greyhound US 26h 30m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 4:20 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 30h 55m 1:15 PM Houston Downtown Houston 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 32h 45m 7:35 PM Houston Downtown Houston 4:20 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
  • Did you know that if you travel from Houston to Chicago via Kankakee, IL, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      27h 30m
      0
      1:50 AM
      Houston
      Harrisburg Blvd Station
      4:20 AM
      Kankakee, IL
      Economy Inn
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $107
    • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 55m
      0
      4:25 AM
      Kankakee, IL
      Economy Inn
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $28

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 33h 30m 7:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $114
FlixBus 33h 40m 8:55 AM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $115
Greyhound US 34h 25m 6:55 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $122
Greyhound US 27h 30m 1:50 AM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $123
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $124

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 34h 35m 1:15 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $95
FlixBus 33h 30m 7:50 PM Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 33h 25m 2:10 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 37h 5m 10:00 PM Houston Harrisburg Blvd Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107
Valley Transit 41h 0m 6:35 AM Houston SW Agencia Autobuses 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Houston to Chicago is $87 on 6/23/2026. 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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 65 daily buses from Houston to Chicago. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Houston and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 115 buses from Houston to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Houston and Chicago, with 45 offers.

Facts about the bus from Houston to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company that travel 52 times every day by bus from Houston to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to Chicago starting from $87!

Cheapest Bus $87
Fastest Bus 20h 52m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Latest Bus 10:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 52 Ø
Distance 942.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US, Tornado Bus Company and Valley Transit

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to Chicago

Every day, 52 buses from 4 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 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
$123
Tuesday 06/23
$126
Wednesday 06/24
$115
Thursday 06/25
$113
Friday 06/26
$151
Saturday 06/27
$122
Sunday 06/28
$107
Monday 06/29
Tuesday 06/30
$116
Wednesday 07/01
$105
Thursday 07/02
$122
Friday 07/03
Saturday 07/04
Sunday 07/05
$110
Monday 07/06
$102
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 07/08
Thursday 07/09
$130
Friday 07/10
$105
Saturday 07/11
$103
Sunday 07/12
$99
Monday 07/13
$105
Tuesday 07/14
$97
Wednesday 07/15
Thursday 07/16
$104
Friday 07/17
$107
Saturday 07/18

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 $87, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Houston to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $105.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Houston to Chicago, with $87. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $97.

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.

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 $87 and takes 33h 30m 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 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $87 and $264. 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 52 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 52m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $262. 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 1:50 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 Tornado Bus Company. 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 Tornado Bus Company.

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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Houston to Chicago?

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 52 daily trips between Houston and Chicago. 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.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Houston to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 52 trips between Houston and Chicago change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

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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