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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA
Cheapest price
$368
Average price
$412
Fastest journey
2 d 1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 d 7 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
2970 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA 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 Emeryville, CA will cost around $412 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $368.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 14h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €50, and a bus costs an average of €159.
Distance: 1845 miles (2970 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€241 Average price | €213 Average price | €132 Average price Cheapest |
58h 38m Average total duration 58h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53h 35m Average total duration 53h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration Fastest 14h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $479 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:01PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 49h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $368 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 57h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $404 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 57h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $404 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:45 PM Chicago, IL | 52h00 | 6:45 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus+undefined · undefined · undefined | 6:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 55h55 | 2:10 PM Hayward BART Station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 58h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $200 (€159) but you can travel from only $63 (€50) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1845 miles (2970 km) distance in 52h 0m.
Distance 1845 miles (2970 km) |
Average bus duration 58h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $200 (€159) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 52h 0m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA 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 Emeryville, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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