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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN 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 Rensselaer, IN will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Rensselaer, IN on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
5:40 PM2h20Chicago, IL8:00 PMRensselaer, IN$341One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM2h20Chicago, IL8:00 PMRensselaer, IN$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $32.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Rensselaer, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about -1h -58m sooner (2h 20m by bus vs 1h 22m by car) and save roughly $-6.66 (€-5.38) compared to fuel and tolls ($36 (€29) vs $29 (€24)). 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 Rensselaer, IN Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 PM Chicago, IL | 2h20 | 3:00 PM Rensselaer, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:05, the last at 12:40. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 8:05 AM |
Last bus 12:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, INYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN with Greyhound for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Rensselaer, IN 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 Rensselaer, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- 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).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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