- Must visit
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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Cheapest price
$351
Average price
$389
Fastest journey
30h 10m
Average duration
32h 58m
Buses per day
7
Distance
969 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $146.
Distance: 1189 miles (1914 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$246 Average price | $161 Average price Cheapest | $407 Average price | $312 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 14m Average total duration 29h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 46h 13m Average total duration 45h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.9 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 5.7 - 11.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL:
A flight is $85 (€70) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL costing on average $246 (€202).
A flight is $245 (€201) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL costing on average $407 (€334).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 44m.
Train takes on average 45h 43m.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 34h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $301 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $315 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 31h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $313 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 39h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $214 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 33h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 33h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
The table below shows live departures for Miami, FL to Chicago, IL buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 1:25 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 31h45 | 8:10 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:00 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 30h10 | 8:10 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 33h10 | 12:10 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:10 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 33h50 | 8:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:10 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 34h15 | 8:25 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 11:25 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 33h35 | 8:00 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:25 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 34h00 | 8:25 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 8:35 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 31h40 | 3:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 9:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 31h15 | 3:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL run on average 14 times per day, taking around 29h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $110 (€90) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 1189 miles (1914 km) distance in 30h 10m.
Distance 1189 miles (1914 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€90) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 30h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:25 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.
A top natural history museum known for Sue the T. rex, ancient cultures, fossils, and broad science collections.
A large hands-on science museum with a German submarine, space exhibits, and interactive engineering displays.
Chicago’s signature downtown park, home to Cloud Gate, gardens, public art, and major seasonal events.
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.
A thick, buttery crust pizza baked in a deep pan with layers of cheese, toppings, and chunky tomato sauce. It is one of Chicago’s most iconic and debated local specialties.
An all-beef hot dog on a poppy seed bun topped with yellow mustard, relish, onions, tomato, pickle spear, sport peppers, and celery salt. It is a classic local street food served without ketchup.
Thinly sliced seasoned roast beef piled onto an Italian roll, often dipped in its juices and topped with sweet peppers or giardiniera. It is a defining working-class Chicago sandwich.
Chicago’s world-famous fine-dining restaurant known for highly creative tasting menus and theatrical presentation. It offers one of the city’s most celebrated upscale dining experiences.
A beloved casual institution best known for breaded steak sandwiches and hearty Italian-American comfort food. It has a loyal local following and an old-school atmosphere.
A legendary Chicago chain celebrated for buttery-crust deep-dish pizza and a classic casual atmosphere. One of the city’s best-known places to try this signature dish.
Chicago is pricey for hotels and dining, but budget eats and public transit help keep daily costs manageable.
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 Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to Chicago, IL buses use the Miami, Airport Intermodal Station to Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak). Use this guide to compare Miami, FL 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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