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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO 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 Kirkwood, MO will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO without transferring at least 2 times.
12:15 AM7h55Chicago, IL8:10 AMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers- 9:45 AM8h09Chicago, IL5:54 PMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers
- 4:30 PM13h16Chicago, IL5:46 AMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers
- 12:15 AM7h55Chicago, IL8:10 AMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers
- 9:45 AM8h09Chicago, IL5:54 PMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers
- 4:30 PM13h16Chicago, IL5:46 AMKirkwood, MO$591One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, and a flight costs an average of $381.
Distance: 268 miles (432 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price | $390 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO costing on average $81 (€65).
A bus is $317 (€254) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO costing on average $390 (€311).
Other travel options to Kirkwood, MO take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 16m.
Bus takes on average 6h 16m.
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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.
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 PM Chicago, IL | 6h40 | 5:10 AM Kirkwood, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 12:15 AM Chicago, IL | 7h55 | 8:10 AM Kirkwood, MO | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 268 miles (432 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 268 miles (432 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Kirkwood, MO 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 Kirkwood, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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