Bus Tickets from Chicago to Utica, NY

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Next departures for Chicago to Utica on August 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Utica.

Bus
Average Price$88 - $244Average Duration1d 7h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$92 - $241Average Duration14h 7m
93kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Utica

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Utica. The journey takes about 14 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
14h 7mAverage Duration
$92Cheapest ticket
93kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Utica, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$136
Average bus trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance638 miles (1029 km)
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Utica Bus

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$84
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Utica, NY was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $84

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

You can expect to pay from $84 to $84 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Utica, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Utica!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Utica, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Chicago to Utica that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Utica while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Utica, NY?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Utica, NY to Chicago

You can also go to Utica, NY by train

Train from Chicago to Utica, NY

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