4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA
Cheapest price
$232
Average price
$232
Fastest journey
1 d 13 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1247 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA will cost around $232 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $232.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Alexandria, LA on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 1247 km distance in an average of 1 d 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 13 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 1 d 13 h 25 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.
5:10 AM37h25Chicago, IL6:35 PMAlexandria, LA$2321One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 AM37h25Chicago, IL6:35 PMAlexandria, LA$2321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 31h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a flight costs an average of $250.
Distance: 774 miles (1247 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$195 Average price Cheapest | $509 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
32h 16m Average total duration 31h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 9m Average total duration Fastest 31h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA:
A bus is $314 (€257) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA costing on average $509 (€417).
Other travel options to Alexandria, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 46m.
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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.
Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 29h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $267 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:10 AM Chicago, IL | 37h25 | 6:35 PM Alexandria, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 31h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $137 (€112) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:45, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 774 miles (1247 km) distance in 25h 55m.
Distance 774 miles (1247 km) |
Average bus duration 31h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€112) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 25h 55m |
First bus 9:45 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Alexandria, LA
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