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Compare all timetables for the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

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

today
$188
tomorrow
$162
Saturday
$157
Sunday
$198
Monday
Tuesday
$253
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 39h 10m 11:45 PM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 3:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $188
FlixBus 63h 40m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $188
Greyhound US 39h 45m 11:45 PM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $193
Greyhound US 41h 45m 10:35 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $193
FlixBus 64h 5m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 5:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $202

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 42h 10m 10:35 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 5:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $162
Greyhound US 39h 45m 11:45 PM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $162
Greyhound US 46h 10m 8:50 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $162
FlixBus 72h 30m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 2:10 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $167
FlixBus 63h 40m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 5:20 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $167

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 50h 35m 10:35 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 2:10 PM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $157
Greyhound US 46h 10m 8:50 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $158
Greyhound US 42h 10m 10:35 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 5:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $158
FlixBus 64h 5m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 5:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $160
FlixBus 72h 30m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 2:10 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $161

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 42h 50m 8:20 AM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $198
Greyhound US 46h 10m 8:50 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $199
Greyhound US 42h 20m 8:50 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $199
FlixBus 72h 30m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 2:10 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $199
FlixBus 73h 0m 2:30 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $207

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 39h 45m 11:45 PM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $253
Greyhound US 42h 20m 8:50 AM Phoenix, AZ Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $260
Greyhound US 42h 50m 8:20 AM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $261
FlixBus 72h 30m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 2:10 PM Chicago Union Station  Economy $262
FlixBus 64h 5m 12:40 PM Phoenix, AZ 44th St/Washington 5:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $263
  • Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Glendale, AZ, you can save more than $-9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • 50h 5m
      Phoenix, AZ
      9 mi
      11:05 AM
      Glendale, AZ
      Central Bus Station
      2:10 PM
      Chicago
      Union Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $262

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago is $157 on 1/31/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily buses from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 45 buses from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago starting from $157!

Cheapest Bus $157
Fastest Bus 40h 10m
Earliest Bus 8:20 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 1,451.7 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Phoenix, AZ for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/29/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/25
Monday 01/26
Tuesday 01/27
Wednesday 01/28
Thursday 01/29
$193
Friday 01/30
$162
Saturday 01/31
$294
Sunday 02/01
$198
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
$253
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
$205
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
$269
Sunday 02/08
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
Wednesday 02/11
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
Saturday 02/14
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
Tuesday 02/17
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $157, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $253.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, with $157. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $160.

How to save money travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Phoenix, AZ to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $157
Fastest Bus 40h 10m
Earliest Bus 8:20 AM
Last Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 1/26/2026

FlixBus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Phoenix, AZ to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $160
Fastest Bus 64h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:40 PM
Last Bus 12:40 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 1/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Phoenix, AZ and Chicago

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

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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Phoenix, AZ to Chicago bus

How much does a Phoenix, AZ Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $157 and takes 51h 35m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $157 and $294. 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 40h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $188. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Phoenix, AZ starts at 8:20 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ and Chicago?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Phoenix, AZ 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 14 daily trips between Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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