4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
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 $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus10:15 AM15h20Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL1:35 AMCarbondale, Amtrak Train Station$521One-way2 transfers- FlixBus · FlixBus5:15 PM8h20Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station1:35 AMCarbondale, Amtrak Train Station$521One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:15 PM8h20Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station1:35 AMCarbondale, Amtrak Train Station$521One-way1 transfer
- · +FlixBus10:15 AM15h20Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL1:35 AMCarbondale, Amtrak Train Station$521One-way2 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 $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $44.
Distance: 292 miles (471 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL:
A train is $45 (€45) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL costing on average $95 (€95).
Other travel options to Marion, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 6m.
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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.
Chicago, IL to Marion, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Marion, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Marion, IL buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 8h20 | 1:35 AM Carbondale, Amtrak Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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| · +FlixBus | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 15h20 | 1:35 AM Carbondale, Amtrak Train Station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€44) but you can travel from only $24 (€24) 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 8h 20m.
Distance 292 miles (471 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€44) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to Marion, IL
Most Chicago, IL to Marion, IL buses use the Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station to Carbondale, Amtrak Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Chicago, IL and Marion, IL 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 Chicago, 95th Red Line Station from Chicago city centre
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