Bus Eau Claire, WI to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

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

today

$47

tomorrow

Monday

$50

Tuesday

$42

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

$47

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	9h 25m	2:10 PM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/25/2026 2:10:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Greyhound US	9h 25m	10:55 PM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	8:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:55:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Greyhound US	7h 5m	2:10 PM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	9:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/25/2026 2:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	10:55 PM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	5:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	7h 5m	2:10 PM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	9:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:10:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
Greyhound US	6h 20m	10:55 PM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	5:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 10:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	7h 45m	9:50 AM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
Greyhound US	9h 10m	12:30 PM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	9:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$55	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/27/2026 12:30:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	6h 20m	10:55 PM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	5:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$42	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:55:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Greyhound US	6h 35m	2:10 AM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	8:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$44	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:10:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
Greyhound US	5h 40m	2:10 AM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	7:50 AM	Chicago	Cumberland CTA	Economy	$44	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 2:10:00 AM to Cumberland CTA, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	7h 45m	9:50 AM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	5:35 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
FlixBus	8h 45m	9:50 AM	Eau Claire, WI	McDonalds	6:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from McDonalds, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	8h 20m	3:15 PM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	8h 35m	9:50 AM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:50:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
Greyhound US	9h 25m	10:55 PM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	8:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$50	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/31/2026 10:55:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Greyhound US	7h 40m	2:10 AM	Eau Claire, WI	University of Wisconsin	9:50 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI (USA) at 7/31/2026 2:10:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m

Frequency of bus connections between Eau Claire, WI and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Eau Claire, WI and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Eau Claire, WI and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 8 buses from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Eau Claire, WI and Chicago, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/28/2026 costs just $42, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 6 times every day by bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	5h 40m
Earliest Bus	2:10 PM
Latest Bus	10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	280.0 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Eau Claire, WI for Chicago: 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

$47

Sunday 07/26

$62

Monday 07/27

$50

Tuesday 07/28

$42

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$47

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$55

Monday 08/03

$50

Tuesday 08/04

$46

Wednesday 08/05

$46

Thursday 08/06

$52

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$58

Sunday 08/09

$54

Monday 08/10

$58

Tuesday 08/11

$51

Wednesday 08/12

$50

Thursday 08/13

$52

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $42, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $50.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago, with $42. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $45.

How to save money travelling from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago 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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago, 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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Eau Claire, WI and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Eau Claire, WI and Chicago.

Bus Stop

University of Wisconsin

University Dr 642

McDonalds

Truax Ln 6251

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Eau Claire, WI to Chicago bus

How much does a Eau Claire, WI Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 6h 20m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $71. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Eau Claire, WI to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 5h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $71. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Eau Claire, WI starts at 2:10 PM. 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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Eau Claire, WI for Chicago starts at 10:55 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 Eau Claire, WI Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Eau Claire, WI to Chicago, 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 Eau Claire, WI and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Eau Claire, WI and Chicago 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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago 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 Eau Claire, WI Chicago 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 Eau Claire, WI Chicago 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 Eau Claire, WI to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Eau Claire, WI to Chicago

Economy

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

More bus routes to Eau Claire, WI and to Chicago

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