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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA
Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
2 d 2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 d 9 h 13 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 $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
Of the 5 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Emeryville, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 2970 km distance in an average of 2 d 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 2 h 25 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 2 d 16 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.
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 $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 12h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $66, and a train costs an average of $135.
Distance: 1845 miles (2970 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$286 Average price | $333 Average price | $237 Average price Cheapest |
56h 17m Average total duration 55h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53h 27m Average total duration 52h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration Fastest 12h 11m 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 Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $311 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 49h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $252 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 57h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $319 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 57h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $301 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Emeryville, CA buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 PM Chicago, IL | 50h25 | 7:45 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:01 PM Chicago, IL | 49h44 | 7:45 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
| 3:40 AM Chicago, IL | 64h05 | 7:45 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 AM Chicago, IL | 57h40 | 2:10 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 AM Chicago, IL | 57h20 | 2:10 PM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 55h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $231 (€187) but you can travel from only $66 (€54) 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 49h 44m.
Distance 1845 miles (2970 km) |
Average bus duration 55h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $231 (€187) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 49h 44m |
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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