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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL 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 Marion, IL will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Marion, IL on Wed, Apr 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 22 the direct buses cover the 471 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Wed, Apr 22 the slowest buses will take 20 h 55 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.
10:30 PM9h05Chicago, IL7:35 AMMarion, IL$891One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM20h55Chicago, IL12:55 PMMarion, IL$1611One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 PM9h05Chicago, IL7:35 AMMarion, IL$891One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM20h55Chicago, IL12:55 PMMarion, IL$1611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 292 miles (471 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$97 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest |
11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Marion, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Marion, IL buses for today, Tuesday, April 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 10:30 PM Chicago, IL | 9h05 | 7:35 AM Marion, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€41) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (471 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 292 miles (471 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€41) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL 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 Marion, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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