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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
507 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY without transferring at least 2 times.
· · 10:50 PM15h45Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1521One-way2 transfers- · · 11:10 PM15h25Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1521One-way2 transfers
- · · 11:10 PM15h25Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1521One-way2 transfers
- · · 10:50 PM15h45Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1521One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $225.
Distance: 315 miles (507 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$96 Average price Cheapest | $347 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY:
A bus is $251 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY costing on average $347 (€284).
Other travel options to Lexington, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
You'll arrive about -3h -56m sooner (8h 55m by bus vs 5h 59m by car) and save roughly $-62.49 (€-51.12) compared to fuel and tolls ($96 (€78) vs $33 (€27)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · · | 10:50 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 15h45 | 3:35 PM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
| · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 15h25 | 3:35 PM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 315 miles (507 km) distance in 15h 25m.
Distance 315 miles (507 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 25m |
First bus 1:55 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KYYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY with Greyhound for as low as $45 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY
Most Chicago, IL to Lexington, KY buses use the Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and Lexington, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station from Chicago city centre
Getting to Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak) from Chicago city centre
Getting to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) from Lexington city centre
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