The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT
Cheapest price
$239
Average price
$288
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 20 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
2022 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT will cost around $288 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $239.
Of the 3 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Salt Lake City, UT on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 2022 km distance in an average of 1 d 20 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 11 h 10 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 2 d 10 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €191. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €191, and a flight costs an average of €107.
Distance: 1256 miles (2022 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€231 Average price Cheapest | €273 Average price | €297 Average price |
34h 5m Average total duration 33h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 40m Average total duration 34h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 58h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $291 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:01PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 32h54 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $267 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:00 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 58h55 | 2:55 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 6:01 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 32h54 | 2:55 AM Salt Lake City, Intermodal Hub | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT
Buses from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT run on average 2 times per day, taking around 33h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $239 (€191) but you can travel from only $121 (€97) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 1256 miles (2022 km) distance in 33h 35m.
Distance 1256 miles (2022 km) |
Average bus duration 33h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $239 (€191) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 33h 35m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Burlington Trailways from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UTYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT with Greyhound, Burlington Trailways for as low as $121 (€97). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- 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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- Greyhound
- 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.
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