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Compare all timetables for the bus from Houston to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Houston to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus, Greyhound US or Greyhound Lines Mexico for the next days.
today
from $259
tomorrow
from $136
Sunday
from $118
Monday
from $121
Tuesday
from $118
Wednesday
Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    34h 55m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    12:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $259
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $263
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $264
  • FlixBus
    30h 45m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Houston
    Main St & Airline Dr
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $264
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $278
  • Did you know that if you travel from Houston to Chicago via Memphis, you can save more than $112? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      45h 5m
      0
      6:35 AM
      Houston
      SW Agencia Autobuses
      3:35 AM
      Memphis
      Airways Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $85
    • Waiting Time 14h 35m
    • Busbud
      9h 30m
      0
      6:10 PM
      Memphis
      Airways Transit Center
      3:40 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $62
    Travel time is 14h 45m longer, but you will save $112

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $136
  • FlixBus
    33h 5m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $137
  • FlixBus
    35h 50m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    10:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $137
  • FlixBus
    34h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $138
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $139

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    37h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • FlixBus
    31h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • FlixBus
    30h 45m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Houston
    Main St & Airline Dr
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $122

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $121
  • FlixBus
    33h 5m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    8:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $122
  • FlixBus
    34h 35m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $122
  • Greyhound US
    30h 20m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    8:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $124
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    45h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    7:55 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $218

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    27h 40m
    0
    2:10 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $118
  • Greyhound US
    36h 50m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $118
  • FlixBus
    30h 40m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $119
  • FlixBus
    30h 25m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $119
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    46h 15m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    8:20 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $121

Frequency of bus connections between Houston and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Houston and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 61 daily buses from Houston to Chicago. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 26 daily coaches between Houston and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 79 buses from Houston to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Houston and Chicago, with 24 offers.

Facts about the bus from Houston to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico that travel 43 times every day by bus from Houston to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to Chicago starting from $118!

Cheapest Bus $118
Fastest Bus 25h 30m
Earliest Bus 2:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 43 Ø
Distance 942.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to Chicago

Every day, 43 buses from 3 bus companies leave Houston for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/28/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/23
Monday 03/24
Tuesday 03/25
Wednesday 03/26
Thursday 03/27
Friday 03/28
$240
Saturday 03/29
$165
Sunday 03/30
$118
Monday 03/31
$135
Tuesday 04/01
$118
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 04/03
Friday 04/04
Saturday 04/05
$124
Sunday 04/06
Monday 04/07
$122
Tuesday 04/08
$125
Wednesday 04/09
Thursday 04/10
$129
Friday 04/11
Saturday 04/12
Sunday 04/13
$124
Monday 04/14
$114
Tuesday 04/15
$120
Wednesday 04/16
Thursday 04/17
Friday 04/18
$124
Saturday 04/19

The cheapest time to travel from Houston to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Houston to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $118, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Houston to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $259.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Houston to Chicago, with $118. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $119.

How to save money travelling from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Houston to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Houston to Chicago from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Houston and Chicago

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Houston to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Houston to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Houston to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Houston to Chicago bus

How much does a Houston Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $118 and takes 36h 50m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Houston to Chicago?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $118 and $455. 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 Houston to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Houston to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 43 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Houston to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Houston to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 25h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $132. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Houston to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Houston starts at 2:00 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 Houston to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Houston for Chicago starts at 10:00 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 Houston Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Houston to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Houston 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: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico.

What can I take with me on the Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Houston to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Houston and to Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Houston and to Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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