Bus Joplin, MO to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Joplin, MO to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$106

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

$93

Tuesday

Wednesday

$88

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 30m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/24/2026 5:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
Greyhound US	14h 5m	2:00 AM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/24/2026 2:00:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/24/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
Greyhound US	20h 30m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/24/2026 5:15:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	16h 25m	2:00 AM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:00:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
Greyhound US	12h 5m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Greyhound US	14h 5m	2:00 AM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$97	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:00:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
Greyhound US	12h 30m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
Greyhound US	20h 30m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Chicago	Union Station	Economy	$115	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to Union Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	16h 25m	2:00 AM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$88	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/29/2026 2:00:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
	Greyhound US	12h 5m	5:15 PM	Joplin, MO	Bus Stop	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station		Economy	$88	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $88 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m

Frequency of bus connections between Joplin, MO and Chicago

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Joplin, MO to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Joplin, MO and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Joplin, MO to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Joplin, MO and Chicago, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/29/2026 costs just $88, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 3 times every day by bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Joplin, MO to Chicago starting from $88!

Cheapest Bus	$88
Fastest Bus	12h 5m
Earliest Bus	2:00 AM
Latest Bus	5:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	493.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Joplin, MO to Chicago

Every day, 3 buses from 1 bus companies leave Joplin, MO for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 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

$106

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$97

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

$88

Thursday 07/30

$88

Friday 07/31

$89

Saturday 08/01

$99

Sunday 08/02

$98

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$101

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$101

Friday 08/07

$95

Saturday 08/08

$93

Sunday 08/09

$104

Monday 08/10

$111

Tuesday 08/11

$104

Wednesday 08/12

$100

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Joplin, MO to Chicago

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

With a price starting from $88, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $93.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Joplin, MO to Chicago, with $88. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $88.

How to save money travelling from Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Joplin, MO and Chicago

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

Bus Stop

E 7Th St 6601

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 Joplin, MO to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Joplin, MO to Chicago bus

How much does a Joplin, MO Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $88 and takes 16h 25m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Joplin, MO to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $88 and $115. 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 Joplin, MO to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Joplin, MO to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Joplin, MO to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 12h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $93. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Joplin, MO starts at 2:00 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 Joplin, MO to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Joplin, MO for Chicago starts at 5:15 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 Joplin, MO Chicago route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Joplin, MO and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Joplin, MO 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.

What can I take with me on the Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO 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 Joplin, MO to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Joplin, MO to Chicago

Economy

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

More bus routes to Joplin, MO and to Chicago

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