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

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

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

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Tuesday

$145

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Friday

$136

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	26h 40m	12:30 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	2:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/11/2025 12:30:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m
FlixBus	27h 5m	12:30 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	2:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/11/2025 12:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 2:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	25h 30m	2:45 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	3:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$145	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/11/2025 2:45:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $145 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 30m
Greyhound US	24h 30m	8:40 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	8:10 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$146	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/11/2025 8:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Orlando, FL to Chicago via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  30h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/12/2025 9:00:00 AM to Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
- Busbud
  
  17h 10m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  2:10 PM
  
  Chicago
  Canal & Van Buren
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $77
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) at 11/12/2025 10:00:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/13/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
Travel time is 6h 40m longer, but you will save $25

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	26h 5m	10:00 AM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$136	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/14/2025 10:00:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/15/2025 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
FlixBus	27h 20m	2:45 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$138	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/14/2025 2:45:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/15/2025 5:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
FlixBus	25h 55m	10:55 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	11:50 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$138	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/14/2025 10:55:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/15/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 55m
Greyhound US	26h 45m	8:40 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	10:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/14/2025 8:40:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/15/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 45m
Greyhound US	24h 30m	8:40 PM	Orlando, FL	Bus Station	8:10 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$155	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/14/2025 8:40:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/15/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Orlando, FL to Chicago via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  30h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Orlando, FL
  Bus Station
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Bus Station, Orlando, FL (USA) at 11/12/2025 9:00:00 AM to Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) arriving at 11/12/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
- Busbud
  
  17h 10m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Atlanta, GA
  Garnett Transit Station
  
  2:10 PM
  
  Chicago
  Canal & Van Buren
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $77
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Garnett Transit Station, Atlanta, GA (USA) at 11/12/2025 10:00:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 11/13/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
Travel time is 6h 40m longer, but you will save $16

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Orlando, FL to Chicago is $130 on 11/17/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Orlando, FL and Chicago

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Orlando, FL to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Orlando, FL and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 13 buses from Orlando, FL to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Orlando, FL and Chicago, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Orlando, FL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 14 times every day by bus from Orlando, FL to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Orlando, FL to Chicago starting from $130!

Cheapest Bus	$130
Fastest Bus	23h 25m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Latest Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	986.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Orlando, FL to Chicago

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Orlando, FL for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/09/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/09

Monday 11/10

Tuesday 11/11

$145

Wednesday 11/12

Thursday 11/13

Friday 11/14

$136

Saturday 11/15

Sunday 11/16

$152

Monday 11/17

$130

Tuesday 11/18

Wednesday 11/19

Thursday 11/20

Friday 11/21

Saturday 11/22

Sunday 11/23

Monday 11/24

Tuesday 11/25

Wednesday 11/26

Thursday 11/27

Friday 11/28

Saturday 11/29

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

The cheapest time to travel from Orlando, FL to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $136, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Orlando, FL to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $145.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Orlando, FL to Chicago, with $136. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $138.

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

Beloved bus companies from Orlando, FL to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Orlando, FL to Chicago from our users.

FlixBus from Orlando, FL to Chicago

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Orlando, FL to Chicago:

Cheapest Price	$136
Fastest Bus	23h 25m
Earliest Bus	6:00 AM
Last Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Connections	13 Ø
Found on	11/6/2025

Greyhound US from Orlando, FL to Chicago

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Orlando, FL to Chicago:

Cheapest Price	$139
Fastest Bus	23h 30m
Earliest Bus	8:40 PM
Last Bus	8:40 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	11/6/2025

All bus stations and stops in Orlando, FL and Chicago

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

Bus Station

N John Young Pkwy 555

Florida Mall

Florida Mall Avenue 1602

RedCoach Station

Belle Isle

Universal Studio Orlando Resort

Universal Blvd 5800

Jet Set Express Orlando Terminal

L B McLeod Rd 3718

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 Orlando, FL to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Orlando, FL to Chicago bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $130 and takes 25h 5m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $130 and $188. 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 Orlando, FL to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Orlando, FL to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Orlando, FL to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Orlando, FL to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 23h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $155. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Orlando, FL starts at 6:00 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 Orlando, FL to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Orlando, FL for Chicago starts at 10:55 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 Orlando, FL Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL and Chicago?

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Orlando, FL and to Chicago

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