The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$257
Average price
$257
Fastest journey
2 d 22 h
Average duration
2 d 22 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
2579 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ will cost around $257 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $257.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Yuma, AZ on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 2579 km distance in an average of 2 d 22 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 22 h .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 2 d 22 h 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 Yuma, AZ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $246. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $246, and a flight costs an average of $480.
Distance: 1602 miles (2579 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$362 Average price | $519 Average price | $246 Average price Cheapest |
62h 53m Average total duration 62h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 60h 9m Average total duration 59h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 52h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $244 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 48h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $280 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 63h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $282 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:15 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 52h50 | 8:05 PM Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), AZ | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 7:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 48h20 | 8:05 PM Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), AZ | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:10 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 63h55 | 8:05 PM Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), AZ | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ
Buses from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 62h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $257 (€208) but you can travel from only $246 (€200) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:47, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 1602 miles (2579 km) distance in 53h 10m.
Distance 1602 miles (2579 km) |
Average bus duration 62h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $257 (€208) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 53h 10m |
First bus 02:47 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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