How to get from Houston to Chicago

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

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Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
21h 10m
$102
$149
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What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Houston?

You can get to Chicago with just $102 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $199
Saturday
from $152
Sunday
from $109
Monday
from $108
Tuesday
from $125
Wednesday
from $102
Thursday
from $132

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $199
  • FlixBus
    29h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    10:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $199
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    46h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $201
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $218
  • 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
    $265

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152
  • Valley Transit
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $152
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $152
  • 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
    $154
  • 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
    $265

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    27h 20m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109
  • 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
    $110
  • Valley Transit
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $110
  • 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
    $265

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    28h 45m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108
  • Greyhound US
    32h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • Greyhound US
    32h 15m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:25 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    39h 10m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125
  • FlixBus
    38h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125
  • Greyhound US
    32h 0m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $152

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $102
  • FlixBus
    39h 10m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $102
  • 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
    $105
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $132
  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 10m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:40 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $265

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $132
  • Greyhound US
    31h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $133
  • Greyhound US
    34h 25m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $133
  • FlixBus
    33h 45m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $133
  • 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
    $133

What are the fastest trips from Houston to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago from Houston in just 21h 10m with a Bus from Tornado Bus Company. 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.

Friday
from 21h 25m
Saturday
from 21h 25m
Sunday
from 21h 25m
Monday
from 28h 45m
Tuesday
from 32h 0m
Wednesday
from 21h 10m
Thursday
from 31h 0m

    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
    $265
  • FlixBus
    29h 10m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    10:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $199
  • Greyhound US
    30h 55m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $199
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $218
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    46h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $201

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • 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
    $265
  • FlixBus
    32h 0m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $152
  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152
  • Valley Transit
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $152
  • 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
    $154

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • 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
    $265
  • Greyhound US
    27h 20m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109
  • Valley Transit
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $110
  • 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
    $110

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    28h 45m
    0
    5:05 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108
  • Greyhound US
    32h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • Greyhound US
    32h 15m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:25 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109
  • FlixBus
    39h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    9:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $109

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    32h 0m
    0
    1:50 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    6:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $126
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $152
  • FlixBus
    38h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125
  • FlixBus
    39h 10m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $125

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Tornado Bus Company
    21h 10m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Lockwood
    10:40 AM
    Chicago
    California & 35th Street Bus Stop
    0
    Tornado Bus Company
    Basic
    $265
  • Greyhound US
    34h 20m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $102
  • Valley Transit
    37h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:10 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    Valley Transit
    Economy
    $132
  • FlixBus
    39h 10m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $102
  • 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
    $105

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $132
  • Greyhound US
    31h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    3:55 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $133
  • FlixBus
    33h 45m
    0
    1:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:35 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $133
  • Greyhound US
    34h 25m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $133
  • 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
    $133
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 5 connections between 7 Bus and Flight 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 $102 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

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 Bus from Tornado Bus Company: you will get to Chicago in just 21h 10m.

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 FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico, 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 FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico. 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.

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 5 connections between Bus and Flight, 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 $102 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

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 21h 10m with a Bus from Tornado Bus Company.

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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