Bus Chicago to Charlottesville, VA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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Monday

$95

Tuesday

$99

Wednesday

$101

Thursday

$102

Friday

$95

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 55m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:10:00 AM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	32h 55m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:35:00 PM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$97	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:30:00 AM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
FlixBus	26h 45m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:45:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 45m
FlixBus	24h 40m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$119	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:25:00 AM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $119 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:30:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	23h 55m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:10:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	32h 55m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:35:00 PM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
FlixBus	24h 40m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
FlixBus	30h 10m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:55:00 PM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA via Washington, DC, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:25 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  12:45 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $71
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 20m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 40m
  
  0
  
  5:50 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  9:30 AM
  
  Charlottesville, VA
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 55m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:10:00 AM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:30:00 AM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	32h 55m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:35:00 PM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
Greyhound US	31h 15m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$130	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 10:50:00 PM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 15m
Greyhound US	30h 55m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Campbells Travel Bus Stop	Economy	$130	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 11:10:00 PM to Campbells Travel Bus Stop, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA via Washington, DC, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:25 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  12:45 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $71
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 20m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 40m
  
  0
  
  5:50 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  9:30 AM
  
  Charlottesville, VA
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 55m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:10:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:30:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	32h 55m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$103	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 PM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
FlixBus	24h 40m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$118	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m
FlixBus	30h 10m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$118	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:55:00 PM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA via Washington, DC, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:25 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  12:45 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $71
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 12:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 20m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 40m
  
  0
  
  5:50 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  9:30 AM
  
  Charlottesville, VA
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 0m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 6:30:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	23h 55m	6:10 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 6:10:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
Greyhound US	32h 55m	11:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:30 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$97	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:35:00 PM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
FlixBus	24h 40m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	7:05 AM	Charlottesville, VA	Union Station	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:25:00 AM to Union Station, Charlottesville, VA (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 27 buses from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA, with 7 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/27/2026 costs just $95, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA starting from $95!

Cheapest Bus	$95
Fastest Bus	24h 55m
Earliest Bus	5:25 AM
Latest Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	9 Ø
Distance	552.3 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Charlottesville, VA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$95

Tuesday 07/28

$99

Wednesday 07/29

$101

Thursday 07/30

$103

Friday 07/31

$95

Saturday 08/01

$103

Sunday 08/02

$104

Monday 08/03

$105

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$103

Saturday 08/08

$104

Sunday 08/09

$98

Monday 08/10

$97

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $95, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $102.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA, with $95. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $96.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Charlottesville, VA from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Charlottesville, VA:

Cheapest Price	$95
Fastest Bus	24h 55m
Earliest Bus	6:10 AM
Last Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	7/2/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Charlottesville, VA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Charlottesville, VA.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Alderman Road/Floyd Drive Bus Stop

Campbells Travel Bus Stop

W Main St 310

Union Station

UVA Columbarium Parking

Alderman Road 555

Amtrak

West Main Street 819

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Charlottesville, VA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Charlottesville, VA bus

How much does a Chicago Charlottesville, VA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $95 and takes 24h 55m to reach Charlottesville, VA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $95 and $149. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Charlottesville, VA.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Charlottesville, VA bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 24h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $95. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA?

The earliest bus arriving in Charlottesville, VA from Chicago starts at 5:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Charlottesville, VA starts at 11:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Charlottesville, VA route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Charlottesville, VA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Charlottesville, VA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Charlottesville, VA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Charlottesville, VA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Charlottesville, VA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Charlottesville, VA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Charlottesville, VA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Charlottesville, VA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!