Bus Phoenix, AZ to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

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

tomorrow

$192

Sunday

$132

Monday

$204

Tuesday

$280

Wednesday

Thursday

$238

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	39h 10m	11:45 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	3:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$192	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/13/2025 11:45:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 10m
Greyhound US	39h 45m	11:45 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$198	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/13/2025 11:45:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 45m
FlixBus	72h 50m	2:30 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	4:20 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$203	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/13/2025 2:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $203 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
Greyhound US	43h 30m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$236	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/13/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $236 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Glendale, AZ, you can save more than $-12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  71h 55m
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  
  9 mi
  
  3:25 PM
  
  Glendale, AZ
  Grand Ave
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $204
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grand Ave, Glendale, AZ (USA) at 12/13/2025 3:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 71h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	41h 15m	11:05 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/14/2025 11:05:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 15m
Greyhound US	44h 0m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$134	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/14/2025 8:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $134 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 0m
Greyhound US	41h 40m	11:05 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$144	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/14/2025 11:05:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/16/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 40m
FlixBus	72h 30m	12:40 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	2:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$154	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/14/2025 12:40:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	72h 50m	2:30 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	4:20 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$204	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
Greyhound US	46h 10m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$237	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/15/2025 8:50:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $237 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 10m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	4:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$238	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/15/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	47h 0m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	8:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$241	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/15/2025 8:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $241 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Glendale, AZ, you can save more than $2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 1%
  
  54h 55m
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  
  9 mi
  
  12:05 AM
  
  Glendale, AZ
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Union Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $202
  
  A Bus from goes from Central Bus Station, Glendale, AZ (USA) at 12/15/2025 12:05:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/17/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $202 per person are available. Travel duration is 54h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	42h 50m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	4:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$280	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 8:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $280 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 50m
Greyhound US	46h 10m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$281	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 8:50:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $281 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 10m
Greyhound US	46h 40m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	8:00 AM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$282	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 8:20:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $282 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 40m
Greyhound US	42h 20m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	4:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$282	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 8:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $282 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 20m
Greyhound US	39h 45m	11:45 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$282	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 11:45:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $282 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Glendale, AZ, you can save more than $11? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 4%
  
  54h 55m
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  
  9 mi
  
  12:05 AM
  
  Glendale, AZ
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Chicago
  Union Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $269
  
  A Bus from goes from Central Bus Station, Glendale, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 12:05:00 AM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $269 per person are available. Travel duration is 54h 55m
Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Kansas City, you can save more than $62? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  46h 50m
  
  0
  
  11:45 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  Bus Station
  
  7:50 AM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $144
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/16/2025 11:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 7:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 5m
- Busbud
  
  14h 55m
  
  0
  
  8:40 AM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  11:35 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $74
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 12/18/2025 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
Travel time is 6h 5m longer, but you will save $62

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	72h 50m	2:30 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	4:20 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$238	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/18/2025 2:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 72h 50m
Greyhound US	43h 30m	8:50 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$272	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/18/2025 8:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $272 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 30m
Greyhound US	44h 0m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$274	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/18/2025 8:20:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $274 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 0m
Greyhound US	42h 50m	8:20 AM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	4:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$280	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) at 12/18/2025 8:20:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $280 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago via Glendale, AZ, you can save more than $-4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  71h 55m
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  
  9 mi
  
  3:25 PM
  
  Glendale, AZ
  Grand Ave
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $242
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grand Ave, Glendale, AZ (USA) at 12/18/2025 3:25:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $242 per person are available. Travel duration is 71h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago is $132 on 12/14/2025. 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.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 34 buses from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago starting from $132!

Cheapest Bus	$132
Fastest Bus	40h 10m
Earliest Bus	8:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	1,451.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Every day, 8 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 12/12/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

$192

Sunday 12/14

$132

Monday 12/15

$204

Tuesday 12/16

$280

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$272

Friday 12/19

$248

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

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

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 $132, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $280.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, with $132. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $192.

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

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

Cheapest Price	$132
Fastest Bus	40h 10m
Earliest Bus	8:20 AM
Last Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	12/9/2025

FlixBus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

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

Cheapest Price	$154
Fastest Bus	73h 30m
Earliest Bus	2:30 PM
Last Bus	2:30 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/9/2025

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.

24th St & Jefferson St Station

24th St & Jefferson St

27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop

N 27th Ave 1614

Bus Station

E Buckeye Rd 2115

44th St/Washington

Downtown

S 1st St 401S

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 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 $132 and takes 42h 15m 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 $132 and $314. 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 8 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 $192. 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.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Economy

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

More bus routes to Phoenix, AZ and to Chicago

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