How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start from ₩119,676. The average price for this route is around ₩161,789. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1064 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Chicago at 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Chicago produces an estimated 26.585225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87559 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Chicago from ₩136,230 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 28 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 29 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:55	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h	18:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 10m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 30 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:55	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h	18:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 10m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 31 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:55	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h	18:55	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 10m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 1 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:15	Philadelphia Bus Station	1d 1h	18:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	18:15	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 10m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 2 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:35	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 11h	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:55	Philadelphia Bus Station	21h 10m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 3 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	18h 35m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	17:45	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 40m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Chicago on 4 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	18h 35m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	17:35	Philadelphia Bus Station	17h 25m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	19h 5m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Philadelphia Bus Station	20h 55m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:30	Philadelphia Bus Station	18h 55m	13:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 21 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just ₩149,262, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

21h 33mAverage duration

1068 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price₩119,676 - ₩494,860	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average price₩149,262 - ₩2,273,109	Average duration21h 33m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Chicago?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
F
JFK Bd & N 30th St
3101 John F. Kennedy Blvd , Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
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

3.5/587,559 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87559 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at ₩123,505

Greyhound Philadelphia Chicago recent customer reviews

Drivers and management were very nice, the actual service was terrible. I spent 16 hour in stations or on buses and only made it to Pittsburgh from Philadelphia. My itinerary changed 5 times and I never even made it to Chicago. An absolute disaster, I'll never use Greyhound again

Matt A.

20 February 2020

The bus was OK ,not great, though on of the buses I boarded, the toilet wasn't clean and the smell was horrible. Layover time is so long. Also, I was unlucky to travel with rude passengers. I hope that doesn't happen frequently.

Sameh M.

9 November 2018

In the middle of way, we had layover 1:45min, and we had to go out from the bus and wait. I was waiting, and bus driver left after 40min !!! With all my luggage inside!!! Greyhound for a long trip with luggage- NEVER AGAIN

Sharlotte E.

21 August 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512,720 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12720 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at ₩121,193

FlixBus Philadelphia Chicago recent customer reviews

Smooth ride until the bus broke down and caused not just a 1 hour but 2 hour inconvenience

Myster G.

7 March 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago

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

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago start from ₩119,676. The average price for this route is around ₩161,789. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1064 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Chicago at 04:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Chicago?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Chicago produces an estimated 26.585225 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87559 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

26/05

₩255,692

27/05

₩242,675

Today

₩263,349

29/05

₩203,656

30/05

₩180,686

31/05

₩169,966

01/06

₩176,827

02/06

₩170,686

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago was searched and found on 31 May 2026 with a price of ₩169,966

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

You can expect to pay from ₩169,966 to ₩312,368 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₩169,966, which is on 2026-05-31.

Usually Greyhound 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.