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

today
$146
tomorrow
Wednesday
$140
Thursday
$148
Friday
$146
Saturday
$145
Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 38h 40m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $146
Greyhound US 37h 20m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 33h 50m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 33h 40m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $149
Greyhound US 33h 15m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $149
  • Did you know that if you travel from Montreal to Chicago via Toronto, ON, you can save more than $77? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      31h 25m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Montreal
      Mansfield Terminal
      9:40 PM
      Toronto, ON
      Union Station Bus Terminal
      0
      Bookaway
      Basic
      $15
      • Waiting Time 9h 25m
    • Busbud
      15h 20m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Toronto, ON
      Scarborough Town Center
      9:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $54
    Travel Time is 0h 50m shorter, and you will save $77

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 36h 5m 9:00 AM Montreal Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $140
Greyhound US 33h 15m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $147
Greyhound US 31h 25m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 30h 55m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $151
  • Did you know that if you travel from Montreal to Chicago via Toronto, ON, you can save more than $71? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      31h 25m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Montreal
      Mansfield Terminal
      9:40 PM
      Toronto, ON
      Union Station Bus Terminal
      0
      Bookaway
      Basic
      $15
      • Waiting Time 9h 25m
    • Busbud
      15h 20m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Toronto, ON
      Scarborough Town Center
      9:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $71

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 20m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 30h 55m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 33h 50m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $151
Greyhound US 31h 25m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $152
Greyhound US 33h 15m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $153
  • Did you know that if you travel from Montreal to Chicago via Toronto, ON, you can save more than $79? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      31h 25m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Montreal
      Mansfield Terminal
      9:40 PM
      Toronto, ON
      Union Station Bus Terminal
      0
      Bookaway
      Basic
      $15
      • Waiting Time 9h 25m
    • Busbud
      15h 20m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Toronto, ON
      Scarborough Town Center
      9:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $79

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 37h 20m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $146
Greyhound US 30h 55m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 33h 50m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $150
Greyhound US 31h 25m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $151
Greyhound US 33h 15m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $151
  • Did you know that if you travel from Montreal to Chicago via Toronto, ON, you can save more than $77? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      31h 25m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Montreal
      Mansfield Terminal
      9:40 PM
      Toronto, ON
      Union Station Bus Terminal
      0
      Bookaway
      Basic
      $15
      • Waiting Time 9h 25m
    • Busbud
      15h 20m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Toronto, ON
      Scarborough Town Center
      9:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $77

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 33h 50m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $145
Greyhound US 31h 25m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $145
Greyhound US 33h 15m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $146
Greyhound US 37h 20m 11:15 AM Montreal Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 30h 55m 11:45 PM Montreal Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
  • Did you know that if you travel from Montreal to Chicago via Toronto, ON, you can save more than $76? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Bookaway
      31h 25m
      0
      3:00 PM
      Montreal
      Mansfield Terminal
      9:40 PM
      Toronto, ON
      Union Station Bus Terminal
      0
      Bookaway
      Basic
      $15
      • Waiting Time 9h 25m
    • Busbud
      15h 20m
      0
      7:05 AM
      Toronto, ON
      Scarborough Town Center
      9:25 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $76

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Montreal to Chicago is $119 on 2/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Montreal and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Montreal and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Montreal to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Montreal and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 29 buses from Montreal to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Montreal and Chicago, with 18 offers.

Facts about the bus from Montreal to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Montreal to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Montreal to Chicago starting from $119!

Cheapest Bus $119
Fastest Bus 29h 55m
Earliest Bus 11:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 9 Ø
Distance 743.6 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Montreal to Chicago

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Montreal for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/18
Monday 01/19
$146
Tuesday 01/20
Wednesday 01/21
$140
Thursday 01/22
$148
Friday 01/23
$146
Saturday 01/24
$145
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
$146
Tuesday 01/27
$141
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
$129
Friday 01/30
Saturday 01/31
$131
Sunday 02/01
$140
Monday 02/02
$129
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
$119
Thursday 02/05
$130
Friday 02/06
$132
Saturday 02/07
$143
Sunday 02/08
$138
Monday 02/09
$135
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
$133
Friday 02/13
$145
Saturday 02/14

The cheapest time to travel from Montreal to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Montreal to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $119, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Montreal to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $132.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Montreal to Chicago, with $140. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $145.

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

All bus stations and stops in Montreal and Chicago

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Montreal to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Montreal to Chicago bus

How much does a Montreal Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $119 and takes 35h 5m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $119 and $172. 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 Montreal to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Montreal to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Montreal to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 29h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $151. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Montreal to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Montreal starts at 11:15 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 Montreal to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Montreal for Chicago starts at 11:45 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 Montreal Chicago route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Montreal and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Montreal 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 and FlixBus.

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Montreal 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 9 daily trips between Montreal 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 Montreal to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Montreal 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 Montreal to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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