How much is the bus ticket from Cleveland to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Chicago start from COP 134,221. The average price for this route is around COP 210,977. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Cleveland to Chicago is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 490 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Cleveland to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , OurBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cleveland to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Chicago at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago?

A bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago generates an estimated 12.2299 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cleveland to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3191 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cleveland to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cleveland to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cleveland to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cleveland to Chicago from COP 156,380 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on May 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	13h 20m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:35am	Cleveland Bus Station	9h 30m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	Cleveland Bus Station	14h 10m	5:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Chicago on June 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:20am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	7h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	6h 55m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:15am	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	9h 10m	1:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:25pm	Cleveland Bus Station (Brook Park)	8h 40m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	7:30am	Cleveland Bus Station	12h 5m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 6 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 162,562, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 46mAverage Duration

496 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 134,221 - COP 898,055	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 162,562 - COP 578,853	Average Duration6h 46m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cleveland and Chicago?

Stops in Cleveland

A
Greyhound Station
1465 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,560 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to 18 reviews, Greyhound received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the power outlets and the value for money, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at COP 134,221

Greyhound Cleveland Chicago recent customer reviews

The driver was not nice at all , not a pleasant experience in general , WiFi not working most of time

Abdallah M.

May 5, 2019

Bus broke at the terminal and there were no mechanics there or employees to help. Driver called the company and no response. I left by car, as the MINIMUM waiting could be more than 4 h

Fotios Alexandros K.

April 1, 2019

excellent experience

Tannistha S.

November 29, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,726 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

OurBus

4.0/53,194 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.0

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cleveland to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Chicago start from COP 134,221. The average price for this route is around COP 210,977. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Cleveland to Chicago is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 490 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Cleveland to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cleveland to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Chicago at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago?
A bus trip from Cleveland to Chicago generates an estimated 12.2299 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cleveland to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3191 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cleveland to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cleveland to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cleveland to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-27

COP 621,831

05-28

COP 707,487

Today

COP 562,243

05-30

COP 245,761

05-31

COP 230,864

06-01

COP 175,001

06-02

COP 163,828

06-03

COP 160,104

The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 3, 2026 with a price of COP 160,104

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 160,104 to COP 707,487 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 160,104 which is on 2026-06-03.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.