The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 35 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 3 m
Buses per day
4
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 $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
Of the 4 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Yuma, AZ on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 2579 km distance in an average of 2 d 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 21 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 d 15 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 PM45h35Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2011One-way0 transfers
10:15 PM45h50Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2231One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM52h50Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2421One-way0 transfers
4:10 AM63h55Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2461One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM45h35Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2011One-way0 transfers
10:15 PM45h50Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2231One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM52h50Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2421One-way0 transfers
4:10 AM63h55Chicago, IL8:05 PMYuma, AZ$2461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare 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 bus with prices starting from $201. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $201, and a flight costs an average of $459.
Distance: 1602 miles (2579 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$284 Average price Cheapest | $493 Average price | $379 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54h 55m Average total duration 54h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration Fastest 8h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ:
A bus is $209 (€171) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ costing on average $493 (€404).
Other travel options to Yuma, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 54h 25m.
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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 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 63h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $246 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 63h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $509 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 52h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $242 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 45h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 45h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $201 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Yuma, AZ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:10 AM Chicago, IL | 63h55 | 8:05 PM Yuma, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 54h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $201 (€164) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 1602 miles (2579 km) distance in 45h 35m.
Distance 1602 miles (2579 km) |
Average bus duration 54h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $201 (€164) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 45h 35m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 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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