What is the travel distance from Anaheim to Chicago?

Anaheim and Chicago are 1730 miles (2790 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to Chicago?

The majority of buses traveling from Anaheim to Chicago start their journey at Marriott Anaheim Theme Park and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Cloud Gate, Navy Pier, Museum of Contemporary Art and Lincoln Park Conservatory.

Bus Anaheim to Chicago from $151 | Refundable Tickets

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Departure time: September 13 at 7:40am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: September 15 at 6:50pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 9h
Departure time: September 13 at 7:40am
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: September 15 at 9:40pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 12h
Departure time: September 13 at 4:25pm
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: September 15 at 11:00pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 4h
Departure time: September 13 at 9:40pm
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: September 16 at 2:30pm
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Operated by: Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 14h
Departure time: September 13 at 9:40pm
Departure city: Anaheim
Departure location: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Arrival time: September 16 at 8:20am
Destination city: Chicago
Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
FlixBus + Greyhound
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 8h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$151 - $525	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$461 - $538	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 254kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Anaheim to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2d 4hAverage Duration

$151Cheapest ticket

70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Anaheim to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$244

Average bus trip duration2d 4h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure10:25am

Distance1728 miles (2786 km)

Latest bus departure9:40pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,212 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Anaheim to Chicago Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Anaheim to Chicago is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Anaheim to Chicago will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Anaheim to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and Chicago?

Stops in Anaheim

A - Marriott Anaheim Theme Park

B - Intermodal Center

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Anaheim to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $174 to $181 for a bus ticket from Anaheim to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-09-01.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Anaheim to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Anaheim to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Anaheim to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Anaheim to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 4h	Avg Price$244	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d	Avg Price$488	Daily Departures3

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Bus Anaheim to Chicago: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and Chicago?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Anaheim - Chicago

What is the travel distance from Anaheim to Chicago?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to Chicago?

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Anaheim to Chicago?

Will you be returning to Anaheim by bus?

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