Bus McAllen, TX to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

tomorrow

$233

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$275

Friday

$297

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	41h 40m	2:20 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$233	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $233 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 40m
Greyhound US	37h 50m	2:20 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	4:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$234	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $234 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 50m
FlixBus	40h 0m	11:15 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	3:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$234	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/15/2025 11:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $234 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 0m
FlixBus	56h 45m	11:15 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$253	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/15/2025 11:15:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $253 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from McAllen, TX to Chicago via Houston, you can save more than $60? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  41h 40m
  
  0
  
  2:20 PM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $52
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:20:00 PM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
- FlixBus
  
  30h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:00 AM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $121
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/16/2025 2:00:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $60

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	37h 15m	4:05 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$275	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/18/2025 4:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $275 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m
	FlixBus	40h 40m	11:15 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	3:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$285	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/18/2025 11:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $285 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from McAllen, TX to Chicago via Houston, you can save more than $112? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  42h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:20 AM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $51
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/18/2025 11:20:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
- Busbud
  
  34h 20m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  5:20 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $112
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/18/2025 7:00:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 20m
Travel time is 4h 45m longer, but you will save $112

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	40h 40m	11:15 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	3:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$297	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/19/2025 11:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $297 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 40m
	FlixBus	37h 15m	4:05 PM	McAllen, TX	Central Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$318	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/19/2025 4:05:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $318 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from McAllen, TX to Chicago via Houston, you can save more than $134? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  42h 0m
  
  0
  
  11:20 AM
  
  McAllen, TX
  Central Bus Station
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $51
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Central Bus Station, McAllen, TX (USA) at 12/18/2025 11:20:00 AM to Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
- Busbud
  
  34h 20m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Houston
  Harrisburg Blvd Station
  
  5:20 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $112
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 12/18/2025 7:00:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 20m
Travel time is 4h 45m longer, but you will save $134

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from McAllen, TX to Chicago is $233 on 12/15/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between McAllen, TX and Chicago

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from McAllen, TX to Chicago. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between McAllen, TX and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 buses from McAllen, TX to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between McAllen, TX and Chicago, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from McAllen, TX to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 2 times every day by bus from McAllen, TX to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from McAllen, TX to Chicago starting from $233!

Cheapest Bus	$233
Fastest Bus	37h 15m
Earliest Bus	2:20 PM
Latest Bus	11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	1,239.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from McAllen, TX to Chicago

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave McAllen, TX for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

$233

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$275

Friday 12/19

$297

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$285

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

Sunday 01/04

Monday 01/05

Tuesday 01/06

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from McAllen, TX to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $233, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from McAllen, TX to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $297.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from McAllen, TX to Chicago, with $233. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $234.

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

All bus stations and stops in McAllen, TX and Chicago

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

Central Bus Station

U.S. 83 Business 1501

Frontera México-USA

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

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 McAllen, TX to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from McAllen, TX to Chicago.

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

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

FAQs about the McAllen, TX to Chicago bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $233 and takes 41h 40m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $233 and $318. 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 McAllen, TX to Chicago each day?

Every day, the McAllen, TX to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from McAllen, TX to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 37h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $275. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from McAllen, TX starts at 2:20 PM. 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 McAllen, TX to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from McAllen, TX for Chicago starts at 11:15 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 McAllen, TX Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from McAllen, TX 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 McAllen, TX and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between McAllen, TX 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 McAllen, TX 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 McAllen, TX 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 McAllen, TX 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 McAllen, TX to Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to McAllen, TX and to Chicago

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