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The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$171

Average price

$274

Fastest journey

1 d 7 h 45 m

Average duration

1 d 8 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

1512 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX will cost around $274 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Houston, TX on Sat, Jun 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 1512 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 45 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 1 d 9 h 45 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.

Greyhound
12:10PM31h45
Chicago, IL
07:55PMHouston, TX
$1711One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
03:40PM33h45
Chicago, IL
01:25AMHouston, TX
$3771One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 36m.

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Flight

€201

Average price

€267

Average price

€159

Average price

Cheapest

1d 33h 51m

Average duration

1d 33h 21m

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30m

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1d 29h 22m

Average duration

1d 28h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 36m

Average duration

Fastest

4h 36m

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3h 0m

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Chicago, IL to Houston, TX bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, June 13
Last updated at 12:32 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus2:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
25h45
4:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhoundundefined · undefined2:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
26h50
5:35 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+valley2:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
28h10
6:55 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX3 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound+valleyundefined · undefined2:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
36h55
3:40 AM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX3 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
30h50
9:50 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX2 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined · undefined3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
31h05
10:05 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX2 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
30h20
9:20 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX2 transfers
Saturday, June 14
greyhoundundefined · undefined3:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
33h50
12:50 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX1 transfer
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound3:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
37h30
4:30 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX4 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound3:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL
39h55
6:55 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX5 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
30h55
10:25 AM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX2 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined · undefined3:30 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
24h45
4:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX2 transfers
greyhoundundefined · undefined · undefined+valley3:30 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
48h10
3:40 AM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Chevron), TX4 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

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Buses from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1d 33h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $137 (€112) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by flight.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $36 (€29)
Distance
938 miles (1511 km)
Average bus duration
1d 33h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
$137 (€112)
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
1d 29h 45m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
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
Flight from $36 (€29)

Bus providers: Greyhound and FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

For as little as $116 (€95) you can travel by bus to Houston, TX from Chicago, IL with Greyhound and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX bus information:

  • Average Duration: 24 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $116

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