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Compare all timetables for the bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

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

today
tomorrow
$172
Tuesday
$205
Wednesday
Thursday
$184
Friday
$204
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 36h 25m 7:45 AM San Antonio, TX Pearl District 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $172
Greyhound Lines Mexico 30h 30m 1:30 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $173
Greyhound Lines Mexico 36h 45m 7:15 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $173
FlixBus 48h 15m 7:45 AM San Antonio, TX Pearl District 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $173
Greyhound US 31h 35m 12:35 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $175

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 25m 12:35 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 11:00 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $205
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Antonio, TX to Chicago via Austin, you can save more than $52? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      46h 35m
      0
      5:20 PM
      San Antonio, TX
      Pearl District
      7:15 PM
      Austin
      Tornado & El Expreso
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 12h 40m
    • Busbud
      32h 0m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      3:55 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $137
    Travel time is 12h 10m longer, but you will save $52

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound Lines Mexico 26h 40m 1:30 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $184
FlixBus 30h 55m 9:15 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $184
Greyhound Lines Mexico 30h 30m 1:30 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $193
Greyhound US 31h 35m 12:35 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $212
FlixBus 34h 45m 9:15 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $224
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Antonio, TX to Chicago via Austin, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      36h 0m
      0
      5:20 PM
      San Antonio, TX
      Pearl District
      7:15 PM
      Austin
      Tornado & El Expreso
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 7h 50m
    • Busbud
      26h 15m
      0
      3:05 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 9h 20m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 30h 55m 9:15 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $204
Greyhound Lines Mexico 33h 10m 6:05 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $217
Greyhound Lines Mexico 26h 40m 1:30 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 4:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $219
FlixBus 33h 0m 7:30 AM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 4:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $219
Greyhound US 31h 35m 12:35 PM San Antonio, TX Bus Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $231
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Antonio, TX to Chicago via Austin, you can save more than $49? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      36h 0m
      0
      5:20 PM
      San Antonio, TX
      Pearl District
      7:15 PM
      Austin
      Tornado & El Expreso
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
      • Waiting Time 7h 50m
    • Busbud
      26h 15m
      0
      3:05 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 9h 20m longer, but you will save $49

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago is $138 on 1/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between San Antonio, TX and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between San Antonio, TX and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from San Antonio, TX to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between San Antonio, TX and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 22 buses from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between San Antonio, TX and Chicago, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US that travel 13 times every day by bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Antonio, TX to Chicago starting from $138!

Cheapest Bus $138
Fastest Bus 23h 35m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Latest Bus 9:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 1,052.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico, Greyhound US and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

Every day, 13 buses from 4 bus companies leave San Antonio, 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
$207
Tuesday 12/16
$205
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$232
Friday 12/19
$204
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
$234
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
$213
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
$138
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $172, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $204.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, with $138. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $175.

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

Beloved bus companies from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between San Antonio, TX to Chicago from our users.

Tornado Bus Company from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

Tornado Bus Company

Here you will find the key facts about the Tornado Bus Company bus route San Antonio, TX to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $275
Fastest Bus 23h 35m
Earliest Bus 10:45 AM
Last Bus 11:05 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 12/6/2025

All bus stations and stops in San Antonio, TX and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from San Antonio, TX to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago

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

FAQs about the San Antonio, TX to Chicago bus

How much does a San Antonio, TX Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $138 and takes 36h 25m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $138 and $315. 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago each day?

Every day, the San Antonio, TX to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago is offered by Tornado Bus Company and takes 23h 35m. 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from San Antonio, TX starts at 1:30 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from San Antonio, TX for Chicago starts at 9:15 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 San Antonio, TX Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from San Antonio, TX to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico 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 San Antonio, TX and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between San Antonio, 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, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX to Chicago on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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