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Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

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

today
$102
tomorrow
$73
Thursday
$79
Friday
$76
Saturday
$90
Sunday
$77
Monday
$73

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $102
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $123
Greyhound US 19h 45m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 20h 50m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $148
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $154
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Chicago via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      19h 55m
      0
      10:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      5:50 PM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $31
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • FlixBus
      10h 55m
      0
      7:45 PM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      5:40 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $51
    Travel time is 3h 30m longer, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $77
Greyhound US 20h 15m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $106
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 20h 50m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $79
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 20h 15m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $124
Greyhound US 19h 45m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $131
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $76
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $88
FlixBus 17h 35m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $118
FlixBus 28h 20m 10:05 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 17h 5m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $123

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $90
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 17h 5m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $119
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
FlixBus 17h 35m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $129
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Chicago via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      19h 15m
      0
      1:50 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      7:35 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $26
      • Waiting Time 1h 0m
    • Greyhound US
      12h 30m
      0
      8:35 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      8:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $77
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $112
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $129
FlixBus 17h 5m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $132
FlixBus 28h 20m 10:05 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $138

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
FlixBus 19h 25m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $83
FlixBus 17h 35m 1:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $84
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $100

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Chicago is $68 on 4/8/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Washington, DC to Chicago. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 52 buses from Washington, DC to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Chicago, with 24 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Chicago starting from $68!

Cheapest Bus $68
Fastest Bus 16h 5m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Latest Bus 5:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 14 Ø
Distance 595.9 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Chicago

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23
Tuesday 03/24
$95
Wednesday 03/25
$73
Thursday 03/26
$97
Friday 03/27
$76
Saturday 03/28
$90
Sunday 03/29
$77
Monday 03/30
$73
Tuesday 03/31
$77
Wednesday 04/01
$77
Thursday 04/02
$76
Friday 04/03
$77
Saturday 04/04
$77
Sunday 04/05
$80
Monday 04/06
$75
Tuesday 04/07
$69
Wednesday 04/08
$68
Thursday 04/09
$70
Friday 04/10
$73
Saturday 04/11
$73
Sunday 04/12
$77
Monday 04/13
$68
Tuesday 04/14
$69
Wednesday 04/15
$71
Thursday 04/16
$73
Friday 04/17
$73
Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $68, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $73.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Chicago, with $68. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $106.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Washington, DC to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Washington, DC to Chicago

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $73
Fastest Bus 16h 25m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Last Bus 5:35 PM
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 3/24/2026

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Chicago

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Chicago bus

How much does a Washington, DC Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $68 and takes 18h 15m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $68 and $162. 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 Washington, DC to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 16h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $123. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Washington, DC starts at 1:50 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 Washington, DC to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Chicago starts at 5:35 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 Washington, DC Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC and Chicago?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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