Bus Jacksonville, FL to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

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

today

tomorrow

$103

Saturday

$113

Sunday

$110

Monday

$108

Tuesday

$112

Wednesday

$126

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$103	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 9:30:00 AM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m
FlixBus	23h 45m	4:30 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	3:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$104	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 4:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
FlixBus	23h 45m	9:25 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:10 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$104	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 9:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
FlixBus	33h 45m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:00 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$105	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 11:15:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 45m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/8/2026 9:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/9/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 45m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:00 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$113	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 11:15:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 45m
FlixBus	34h 10m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:25 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 11:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
FlixBus	23h 55m	9:05 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:00 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 9:05:00 AM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 9:30:00 AM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/9/2026 9:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/10/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	24h 20m	9:05 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:25 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 9:05:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m
FlixBus	23h 45m	4:30 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	3:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 4:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
FlixBus	23h 45m	9:25 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	8:10 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 9:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 9:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/10/2026 9:30:00 AM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/11/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 35m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 9:30:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 35m
FlixBus	36h 50m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$109	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 11:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $109 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 50m
FlixBus	27h 5m	4:30 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	6:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 4:30:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	27h 10m	9:25 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Downtown Bus Stop	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 9:25:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 10m
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	1:45 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 9:30:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	23h 45m	9:25 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	8:10 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 9:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 9:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	1:45 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 9:30:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/13/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m
FlixBus	34h 10m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	8:25 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 11:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 10m
FlixBus	33h 45m	11:15 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$114	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/12/2026 11:15:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	23h 55m	9:05 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 9:05:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
FlixBus	24h 20m	9:05 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	8:25 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 9:05:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 20m
FlixBus	23h 45m	4:30 PM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	3:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 4:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
Greyhound US	29h 15m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	1:45 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 9:30:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 15m
Greyhound US	27h 0m	9:30 AM	Jacksonville, FL	Amtrak Train Station	11:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$126	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Train Station, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/13/2026 9:30:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/14/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $126 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  23h 45m
  
  0
  
  9:25 PM
  
  Jacksonville, FL
  Downtown Bus Stop
  
  4:10 AM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $41
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Stop, Jacksonville, FL (USA) at 5/11/2026 9:25:00 PM to Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
- Greyhound US
  
  16h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:05 AM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  8:10 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $70
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) at 5/12/2026 5:05:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 5/12/2026 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 5m
Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago is $97 on 5/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Jacksonville, FL and Chicago

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily buses from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Jacksonville, FL and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 46 buses from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Jacksonville, FL and Chicago, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 16 times every day by bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago starting from $97!

Cheapest Bus	$97
Fastest Bus	22h 45m
Earliest Bus	9:05 AM
Latest Bus	9:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	16 Ø
Distance	864.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Jacksonville, FL for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$103

Saturday 05/09

$117

Sunday 05/10

$110

Monday 05/11

$111

Tuesday 05/12

$118

Wednesday 05/13

$126

Thursday 05/14

$117

Friday 05/15

$109

Saturday 05/16

Sunday 05/17

$108

Monday 05/18

$125

Tuesday 05/19

$104

Wednesday 05/20

$106

Thursday 05/21

$119

Friday 05/22

$129

Saturday 05/23

$129

Sunday 05/24

Monday 05/25

$127

Tuesday 05/26

$97

Wednesday 05/27

$111

Thursday 05/28

$118

Friday 05/29

$113

Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $97, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $112.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago, with $103. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $104.

How to save money travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Jacksonville, FL and Chicago

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

Downtown Bus Stop

West Forsyth Street 1111

Beaver St. & Ocean St. Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

Old St. Augustine Rd

Old St. Augustine Rd 10584-13

Southpoint Bus Stop

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 Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Jacksonville, FL to Chicago bus

How much does a Jacksonville, FL Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $97 and takes 28h 15m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $97 and $137. 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 Jacksonville, FL to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Jacksonville, FL to Chicago 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 Jacksonville, FL to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 22h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $104. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Jacksonville, FL starts at 9:05 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 Jacksonville, FL to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Jacksonville, FL for Chicago starts at 9:25 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 Jacksonville, FL Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus and 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 Jacksonville, FL and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Jacksonville, FL 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 and Greyhound US.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Jacksonville, FL to Chicago?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Jacksonville, FL to Chicago

Economy

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

More bus routes to Jacksonville, FL and to Chicago

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