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What is the best way to travel from Houston to Chicago?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
21h 25m
$100
$135
65
Flight
2h 20m
$79
$146
99

What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Houston?

You can get to Chicago with just $79 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $96
Monday
from $89
Tuesday
from $114
Wednesday
from $116
Thursday
from $79
Friday
from $91
Saturday

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    6:02 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:48 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $96
  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    6:02 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    8:48 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $96
  • United Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    6:20 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:07 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $117
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 4m
    0
    2:39 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:43 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 46m
    0
    2:39 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 19m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:43 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $123
  • FlixBus
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125
  • FlixBus
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $143
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    42h 40m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $143
  • Greyhound US
    30h 0m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $223

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    7:07 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:40 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $92
  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 10m
    0
    9:26 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:36 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 1m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 32m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:47 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $156
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 4m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:19 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $156

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 47m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:47 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 13m
    0
    9:15 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    3:28 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 36m
    0
    6:14 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:50 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $129
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 24m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:48 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $170
  • Frontier Airlines
    20h 58m
    0
    9:15 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:13 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $175
  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 58m
    0
    11:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:13 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $190
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    27h 30m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound US
    32h 50m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:05 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Valley Transit
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $127
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127
  • FlixBus
    33h 45m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    27h 30m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $116
  • Greyhound US
    34h 25m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $117
  • FlixBus
    36h 10m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $117
  • FlixBus
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $118

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 35m
    0
    11:41 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:16 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $79
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 54m
    0
    4:51 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:45 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $86
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • United Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    6:20 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:07 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 47m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:47 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $100
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 19m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:19 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $100
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    31h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $100
  • Valley Transit
    40h 25m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $100
  • FlixBus
    35h 35m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $104
  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:55 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $255

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • American Airlines
    2h 20m
    0
    5:05 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    7:25 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 4m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:19 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $95
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 19m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:19 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $95
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 54m
    0
    4:51 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:45 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $110
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 0m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $123
  • FlixBus
    31h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $123
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    42h 40m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $123
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $124
  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:55 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $255

What are the fastest trips from Houston to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago from Houston in just 2h 20m with a Flight from American Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 2h 46m
Monday
from 2h 33m
Tuesday
from 2h 36m
Wednesday
from 27h 30m
Thursday
from 2h 35m
Friday
from 2h 20m
Saturday

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    6:02 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:48 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $96
  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    6:02 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    8:48 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $96
  • United Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    6:20 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:07 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $117
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 1m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 19m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:43 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 6m
    0
    9:15 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:21 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 0m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $223
  • FlixBus
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $143
  • FlixBus
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    42h 40m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $143
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $123

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    7:07 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:40 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $92
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • Skyscanner
    4h 34m
    0
    12:25 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    4:59 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $481
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 32m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:47 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $156
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 1m
    0
    5:24 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:25 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Spirit Airlines
    17h 4m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    10:19 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $156

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 36m
    0
    6:14 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:50 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $129
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $213
  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 58m
    0
    11:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:13 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $190
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 47m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:47 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 13m
    0
    9:15 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    3:28 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Frontier Airlines
    20h 58m
    0
    9:15 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:13 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $175
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    27h 30m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound US
    32h 50m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:05 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127
  • FlixBus
    33h 45m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $127
  • Valley Transit
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $127

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    27h 30m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $116
  • Greyhound US
    34h 25m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $117
  • FlixBus
    36h 10m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $117
  • FlixBus
    41h 0m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $118

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 35m
    0
    11:41 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:16 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $79
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • United Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    6:20 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:07 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $89
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 54m
    0
    4:51 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:45 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $86
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 47m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:47 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $100
  • Spirit Airlines
    14h 32m
    0
    5:15 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:47 PM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $101
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:55 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $255
  • Greyhound US
    31h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $100
  • FlixBus
    35h 35m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100
  • Valley Transit
    40h 25m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $100
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    43h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $104

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • American Airlines
    2h 20m
    0
    5:05 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    7:25 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 35m
    0
    11:41 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:16 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • American Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    William P. Hobby Airport
    William P. Hobby Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • United Airlines
    2h 46m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:46 AM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $91
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 54m
    0
    4:51 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:45 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $110
  • Skyscanner
    4h 34m
    0
    12:25 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    4:59 PM
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $411
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:55 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $255
  • Greyhound US
    30h 0m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $123
  • FlixBus
    31h 35m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    4:30 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $123
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $124
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    42h 40m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    4:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $123
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Houston to Chicago

What are the most popular stations in Houston and Chicago?

In Houston, you will usually depart from Hillcroft METRO Park and Ride Bus Station, Lockwood or Main St & Airline Dr, while in Chicago you will be arriving at California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Downtown Bus Station or 95th Red Line Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chicago from Houston? With 12 connections between 6 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Houston and Chicago, you can pay as low as $79 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from American Airlines: you will get to Chicago in just 2h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Houston and Chicago are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Houston and Chicago is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from West University Place, TX or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from William P. Hobby Airport, and landing at Chicago Midway Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Houston to Chicago?

The most popular companies between Houston and Chicago, are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound US, Greyhound Lines Mexico and 2 more.

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Houston to Chicago

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Houston to Chicago. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Houston to Chicago

How can I reach Chicago from Houston?

Every day, there are on average 12 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Chicago from Houston.

How far is Chicago from Houston?

The distance between Houston and Chicago is 942.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Houston and Chicago?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 41 kgs of CO2, a train 53 kgs, a car 258 kgs, and a flight 373 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Houston to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago with just $79 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston to Chicago?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chicago in just 2h 20m with a Flight from American Airlines.

More routes to Houston and to Chicago

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Houston and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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