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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Danville to Chicago. Traveling by coach from Danville to Chicago usually takes around 7 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 121 mi (195 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £20.78 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Danville to Chicago?
£27.55 is the average price of a bus ticket from Danville to Chicago. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Danville to Chicago is expected to be between £26 and £36. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 7 May 2024, when tickets are available for 7 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £28.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to £30.46.
What coach companies travel from Danville to Chicago?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Danville to Chicago that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Trailways | 1 | 13h 0m | £112.94 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 7h 2m | £31.37 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Danville to Chicago from £98. There are 1 Burlington Trailways schedules from Danville to Chicago and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Chicago. In Danville, Burlington Trailways departs to Chicago from 379 Lynch Rd and no other station. In Chicago, Burlington Trailways arrives at Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St and no other station.
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Danville to Chicago takes 13 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Burlington Trailways trip will get you to Chicago in 6 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Chicago.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Danville to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from £21.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 121 miles from Danville to Chicago. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Danville to Chicago at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 11:00. To see the times for all coaches from Danville to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Danville to Chicago every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Danville to Chicago; ticket prices start at £30.40.
City Information
Chicago
Known for its innovative architecture, cultural contributions to jazz and house music, and of course that irresistible deep-dish pizza, the many sights and experiences in Chicago make it one of the best urban vacation destinations for millennials and a top destination in Illinois.
You can't beat the views of the city and Lake Michigan from the SkyDeck in the Willis Tower; at over 1,300 feet, this is the highest observation deck in the U.S. Snap that classic selfie with the Bean in Millennium Park, then wander the many museums in nearby Grant Park. Navy Pier is a popular tourist hotspot for its parks, restaurants, and attractions right on Lake Michigan, and baseball fans will find paradise in Wrigleyville, home to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field and sports bars galore.
Chicago's enormous parks offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor activities in gorgeous urban settings. Many companies offer kayak rentals or boat tours on the Chicago River, with special tours running on Saint Patrick's Day, when the entire river is dyed green. When you’re ready to buy some souvenirs from your epic trip, hit the big brand stores on the Magnificent Mile, or shop local in neighborhoods like Andersonville and Wicker Park. And don't miss the chance to laugh until you cry at The Second City comedy theater, famous for launching the careers of comedians like Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.
Chicago is one of the biggest transportation hubs in the Midwest, and provides easy access to nearby destinations ideal for day trips, as well as international travel from two airports. Thanks to plenty of bus and train stations throughout the city, getting to the Windy City is a breeze.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Danville?
Main departure station: Danville Mass Transit Hub
Danville has two coach stations with service to Chicago.
All coach stations in Danville:
Danville Mass Transit Hub
379 Lynch Rd
Where does the coach arrive in Chicago?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Chicago.
Coach stations in Chicago:
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Dan Ryan Bus Station
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