Chicago, IL to Houston, TX Bus
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Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by bus
The journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by bus is 1,513.4 km and takes 33 hrs 22 mins. There are 42 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:10 am and the last at 10:30 pm. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by bus for as little as $131.14 or as much as $362.93. The best price for this journey is $131.14.
| Lowest Price | $131.14 |
| Journey Duration | 33 hrs 22 mins |
| Connection per Day | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. 42 |
| Lowest Price | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. $131.14 |
| Highest Price | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. $362.93 |
| First Departure | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. 6:10 am |
| Last Departure | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. 10:30 pm |
| Distance | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. 1,513.4 km |
| Departure | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. Chicago, IL |
| Arrival | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. Houston, TX |
| Carriers | Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc. Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. |
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX Bus Times
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Best time to book Chicago, IL to Houston, TX travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Find the best day to travel to Houston, TX by bus
When travelling to Houston, TX by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Greyhound and FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX
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Chicago, IL to Houston, TX CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
105.94kg
Bus
113.5kg
Flight
302.68kg
Car
242.14kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is $174.79. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $131.14.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is $131.14. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX by bus?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is 1,513.4 km.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX take?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is on average 33 hrs 22 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 23 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Tornado Bus, Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus and Valley Transit Co., Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
Chicago, IL to Houston, TX has 42 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX departs at 6:10 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX departs at 10:30 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $131.14 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX is 23 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Houston, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Houston, TX by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX creates 113.5kg of CO2 emissions.