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Compare all timetables for the bus from Nashville to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nashville to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$58
tomorrow
$56
Monday
$57
Tuesday
$56
Wednesday
$57
Thursday
$56
Friday
$55

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 15m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 0m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $61
Greyhound US 10h 25m 10:00 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $74
Greyhound US 10h 0m 10:00 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $74
Greyhound US 11h 50m 10:00 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $86

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $56
Greyhound US 10h 0m 5:15 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 11h 25m 12:05 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $62
FlixBus 9h 15m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $63
FlixBus 11h 0m 12:05 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $67

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $57
Greyhound US 10h 0m 5:15 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 9h 15m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $62
FlixBus 11h 25m 12:05 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
Greyhound US 11h 40m 2:30 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 2:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 0m 5:15 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $56
Greyhound US 10h 20m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 15m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 9h 0m 2:55 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $67
Greyhound US 13h 10m 5:15 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 6:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $67

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 0m 5:35 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 6:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $57
Greyhound US 13h 45m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $57
Greyhound US 11h 35m 10:15 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $57
FlixBus 9h 5m 2:45 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $59
FlixBus 11h 10m 12:20 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $56
Greyhound US 9h 40m 5:35 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $56
FlixBus 9h 25m 2:45 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 12:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $58
FlixBus 9h 5m 2:45 PM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $59
Greyhound US 10h 20m 2:55 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 1:15 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $61

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 20m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 8:10 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $55
Greyhound US 10h 0m 5:15 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 3:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $56
FlixBus 11h 25m 12:05 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:30 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70
Greyhound US 13h 45m 9:50 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $72
FlixBus 11h 0m 12:05 AM Nashville 5th Ave South Station 11:05 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $73

Frequency of bus connections between Nashville and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Nashville and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Nashville to Chicago. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Nashville and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 56 buses from Nashville to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Nashville and Chicago, with 16 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/5/2026 costs just $53, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Nashville to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Nashville to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nashville to Chicago starting from $53!

Cheapest Bus $53
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:55 PM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 398.3 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Nashville to Chicago

Every day, 17 buses from 2 bus companies leave Nashville 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
$59
Sunday 07/26
$56
Monday 07/27
$59
Tuesday 07/28
$56
Wednesday 07/29
$57
Thursday 07/30
$56
Friday 07/31
$60
Saturday 08/01
$62
Sunday 08/02
$59
Monday 08/03
$59
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
$53
Thursday 08/06
$57
Friday 08/07
$63
Saturday 08/08
$58
Sunday 08/09
$61
Monday 08/10
$56
Tuesday 08/11
Wednesday 08/12
$68
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Nashville to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nashville to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $51, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Nashville to Chicago. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $58.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nashville to Chicago, with $51. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $58.

How to save money travelling from Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Nashville to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Nashville to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Nashville to Chicago

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Nashville to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $55
Fastest Bus 9h 40m
Earliest Bus 10:00 PM
Last Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 7/7/2026

All bus stations and stops in Nashville and Chicago

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nashville to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Nashville to Chicago bus

How much does a Nashville Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $53 and takes 10h 20m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Nashville to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $53 and $116. 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 Nashville to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Nashville to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Nashville to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Nashville to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nashville to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Nashville starts at 2:55 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 Nashville to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Nashville for Chicago starts at 10:00 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 Nashville Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Nashville 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 Nashville and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Nashville to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Nashville and to Chicago

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