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Art Institute Of Chicago
One of the world’s leading art museums, famous for Impressionist masterpieces, American art, and major special exhibitions.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Danville, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $203.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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$62 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price | $76 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Danville, IL to Chicago, IL:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Danville, IL to Chicago, IL costing on average $76 (€63).
A bus is $354 (€291) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Danville, IL to Chicago, IL costing on average $416 (€342).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
You'll arrive about -6h -3m sooner (7h 30m by bus vs 2h 27m by car) and save roughly $-34.13 (€-28.07) compared to fuel and tolls ($62 (€51) vs $28 (€23)). 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Danville, IL to Chicago, IL buses for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 11:15 AM Danville, N Hazel St. / E North St. (Danville Mass Transit Hub), IL | 7h30 | 6:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Danville, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 13:00. The fastest bus covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 1:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Chicago — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chicago trip today.
One of the world’s leading art museums, famous for Impressionist masterpieces, American art, and major special exhibitions.
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The city’s best-known avenue for architecture, shopping, and bustling urban energy along North Michigan Avenue.
A popular pedestrian waterfront with excellent skyline views, bridges, and easy access to boat architecture tours.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 15-20% for taxis and rideshares; USD 1-2 per drink at bars; USD 1-2 per bag for bellhops; USD 2-5 per night for housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Danville, IL to Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Danville, IL to Chicago, IL buses use the Danville, N Hazel St. / E North St. (Danville Mass Transit Hub) to Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Danville, IL and Chicago, IL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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