The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI 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 Flint, MI will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Flint, MI on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 350 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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 Flint, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €238.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €279 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Flint, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Flint, MI buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 AM Chicago, IL | 9h20 | 9:05 PM Flint, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Chicago, IL | 6h30 | 9:00 PM Flint, MI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI
Distance 217 miles (350 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 8m |
First bus 06:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI start from as low as $34 (€28) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $65 (€53) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Flint, MIYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Flint, MI with FlixBus for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Flint, MI

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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