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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€102
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€102
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 d 7 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 d 7 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
1032 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
Fast buses
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 1032 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 30 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 30 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.
5:35 PM31h30Southern Pines, NC1:05 AMChicago, IL€1021One-way0 transfers
- 5:35 PM31h30Southern Pines, NC1:05 AMChicago, IL€1021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €302 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €302, while a flight costs an average of €399.
Distance: 641 miles (1032 km)
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€399 Average price | €302 Average price Cheapest | €131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 58m Average total duration 26h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL is a train with an average price of €302.
This is compared to other travel options from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL:
A train is €97 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL costing on average €399.
The fastest way to travel from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southern Pines, NC and Chicago, IL including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL among Omio's users.
Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €226 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 42h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €188 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 42h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €255 |
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Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:35 PM Southern Pines, NC | 30h30 | 8:05 PM Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
| 2:25 PM Southern Pines, NC | 23h10 | 1:35 PM Chicago, IL | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL
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Take a bus from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL and enjoy the approximately 641 miles (1032 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 23:50.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Flight from €195
Distance 641 miles (1032 km) |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
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Deep-Dish Pizza
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Chicago-Style Hot Dog
The Chicago-style hot dog is an all-beef frank on a poppy seed bun with mustard, relish, onion, tomato, pickle, peppers, and celery salt.
Italian Beef Sandwich
Italian beef is thin-sliced roast beef piled onto a roll, often dipped in savory juices and topped with sweet peppers or spicy giardiniera.
Johnnie's Beef
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Superdawg Drive-In
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Alinea
World-famous fine dining destination offering a highly creative tasting menu and refined service in an elegant setting.
US dollar ($)
Moderate for a major US city: hotels can be pricey, but transit is affordable and dining ranges from cheap eats to upscale options.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- $10-18 for fast food or casual takeout.
- Mid-range
- $20-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- $75+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- $3-6 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and optional small change at cafes.
FAQs: Bus from Southern Pines, NC to Chicago, IL
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