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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
20 h 5 m
Average duration
20 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 1 buses that leave Alexandria, VA for Chicago, IL on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 960 km distance in an average of 20 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 5 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 20 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:00 AM20h05Alexandria, VA2:05 AMChicago, IL$1101One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM20h05Alexandria, VA2:05 AMChicago, IL$1101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $103, and a train costs an average of $165.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $103 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 35m Average total duration 20h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 32m Average total duration 20h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL:
A flight is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL costing on average $110 (€88).
A flight is $79 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL costing on average $182 (€145).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 2m.
Bus takes on average 20h 5m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:00 AM Alexandria, VA | 20h05 | 2:05 AM Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL
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Buses from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL run on average 18 times per day, taking around 20h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $110 (€88) but you can travel from only $103 (€82) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 20h 5m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€88) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 20h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Bus from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Chicago, IL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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