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Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$82
tomorrow
$69
Sunday
$75
Monday
Tuesday
$66
Wednesday
$66
Thursday
$79

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 17h 10m 5:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85
FlixBus 19h 40m 1:20 PM Washington, DC Union Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $100
FlixBus 17h 50m 1:20 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $105
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $110

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $69
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
Greyhound US 26h 10m 6:55 PM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85
FlixBus 17h 10m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $86
FlixBus 17h 40m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $86

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $75
FlixBus 17h 40m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $84
FlixBus 31h 35m 11:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85
FlixBus 28h 20m 10:05 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $66
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $69
FlixBus 31h 35m 11:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 22h 30m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:25 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $80
FlixBus 33h 25m 11:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $80

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $66
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $69
FlixBus 17h 40m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $78
FlixBus 31h 35m 11:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $83
FlixBus 19h 30m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $83

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 17h 25m 5:35 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $79
Greyhound US 19h 15m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $81
FlixBus 17h 10m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $86
FlixBus 17h 40m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $86
Greyhound US 22h 45m 1:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $88

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily buses from Washington, DC to Chicago. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 53 buses from Washington, DC to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Chicago, with 20 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/23/2026 costs just $66, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 21 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Chicago starting from $66!

Cheapest Bus $66
Fastest Bus 16h 10m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Latest Bus 11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes 21 Ø
Distance 595.9 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Chicago

Every day, 21 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 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
$82
Saturday 07/25
$84
Sunday 07/26
$75
Monday 07/27
Tuesday 07/28
$70
Wednesday 07/29
$66
Thursday 07/30
$77
Friday 07/31
$77
Saturday 08/01
$77
Sunday 08/02
$80
Monday 08/03
$73
Tuesday 08/04
$75
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$77
Friday 08/07
$80
Saturday 08/08
$81
Sunday 08/09
$80
Monday 08/10
$77
Tuesday 08/11
$79
Wednesday 08/12
$71
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $66, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Chicago. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $77.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Chicago, with $66. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $80.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Washington, DC to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Washington, DC to Chicago

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $66
Fastest Bus 16h 10m
Earliest Bus 1:50 AM
Last Bus 6:55 PM
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 7/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Chicago

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Chicago bus

How much does a Washington, DC Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $66 and takes 16h 25m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $66 and $141. 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 Washington, DC to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 21 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 16h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $89. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Washington, DC starts at 1:50 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 Washington, DC to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Chicago starts at 11:35 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 Washington, DC Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC and Chicago?

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

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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