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Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL bus with Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Wed, Feb 12
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Cheap bus tickets from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL

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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
02:05AM21h35
Arlington, VA
11:40PMChicago, IL
$2891One-way
2 transfers
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
10:35PM21h30
Arlington, VA
08:05PMChicago, IL
$2891One-way
2 transfers

Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL bus times

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority02:05AM Arlington, VA21h35 11:40PM Chicago, IL2 transfers
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10:35PM Arlington, VA21h30 08:05PM Chicago, IL2 transfers

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Bus times from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL

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Fastest Journey

21 h 30 m

Average

21 h 33 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

952 km

It's difficult to get from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL without transferring at least 2 times.

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
10:35PM21h30
Arlington, VA
08:05PMChicago, IL
$2891One-way
2 transfers
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
02:05AM21h35
Arlington, VA
11:40PMChicago, IL
$2891One-way
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL

Buses from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1d 33h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $244 (€222) but you can travel from only $182 (€165) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $182 (€165)
Distance
590 miles (951 km)
Average bus duration
1d 33h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$244 (€222)
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
1d 33h 10m
First bus
11:30
Last bus
11:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $182 (€165)

FAQs: Bus from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Take the bus from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL.
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Cheap bus tickets from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $64 (€58) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL is $64 (€58); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL bus travel time is 31 h 10 min   for the 590 mile (951 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL leaves at 12: 30AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL leaves at 10: 50PM.
The cheapest month to travel from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL by bus is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Arlington, VA to Chicago, IL including taking a bus, train or flight.
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