Cheap coach tickets from Lafayette to Chicago

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Coach from Lafayette to Chicago: Journey Information

There are 22 intercity coaches per day from Lafayette to Chicago. Travelling by coach from Lafayette to Chicago usually takes around 2 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Distance
108 mi (174 km)
Shortest duration
1h 45m
Cheapest price
£17.40
Trips per day
22
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
3

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Lafayette to Chicago (Based on 18 ratings and reviews)

4.6

4.0

Melanie

10 February 2023 - Visiting family

OurBus
Pros: I like how you gave specific instructions on where the meeting and drop off stop was. The bus was arriving a bit late but I liked how we received a text notification. Cons: The bus arrived a bit late. Tips: Start walking and finding the pickup spot early.

5.0

Antwan

3 January 2023 - Visiting family

Miller Transportation
Pros: Relaxing Cons: All was good

5.0

Tianze

19 December 2022 - Visiting family

OurBus
Pros: It was very smooth. The pilot did a good job during takeoff and landing. Cons: Could have been on time. Tips: Enjoy the ride.

5.0

Danyang

11 December 2022 - Solo travel

OurBus
Pros: Good

5.0

Blake

25 November 2022 - Solo travel

OurBus
Pros: Clean bus, recently cleaned, comfortable, brand new modern clean toilet, outlets, wi-fi, charging, convenient origin and end points to other public transport connections. Very happy. Cons: . Perfect. Keep it up. Tips: Clinton Station for Blue Line CTA to O'Hare is two blocks away. If you are sold this bus by Amtrak, pay attention- do NOT assume you wait at Amtrak. See internet directions to the stop one block up and over.

How much is a coach ticket from Lafayette to Chicago?

Coach tickets for a trip from Lafayette to Chicago cost about £24 when you book at the cheapest time, 14 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Lafayette to Chicago by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Lafayette to Chicago in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £21 to £45. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 3 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Chicago this week, coach tickets are available starting at £24.

Average coach ticket prices from Lafayette to Chicago by month

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Taking the coach from Lafayette to Chicago is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only £26. If you're planning to take the coach from Lafayette to Chicago during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £33. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £20.23 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Lafayette to Chicago?

There are 3 coach lines from Lafayette to Chicago available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway22h 42m£29.65
FlixBus US102h 21m£31.25
Greyhound112h 41m£36.81
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Lafayette to Chicago start at £29.65. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway coach trips on this route every day.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 10 trips per day from Lafayette to Chicago, and the average ticket for this route costs only £31.25.

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  • 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 11 coach trips from Lafayette to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 41 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from £18.14.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Lafayette to Chicago

There are 22 scheduled coaches that travel from Lafayette to Chicago every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Lafayette to Chicago without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lafayette to Chicago; ticket prices start at £27.

Trips per day

22

Direct trips

22

The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 108 miles from Lafayette to Chicago. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 hour and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. 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.

Distance (mi)

108

Distance (km)

174

The first coach leaves at 3:30 and the last coach leaves at 23:10. To see the times for all coaches from Lafayette to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

3:30am

Latest coach

11:10pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Lafayette to Chicago for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Lafayette

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Lafayette, a quaint college town with a vibrant history, is a superb destination for fans of history and old buildings. The city's historic old quarter is a beautiful sight to behold, with some buildings dating back to the 19th century. A walk around this quarter will bring you back to the early days of the American Industrial Revolution. Don't miss out on the chance to visit Fort Ouiatenon, the first European fortified settlement in the area now called Indiana. If you are looking for a spot to enjoy a picnic with your friends and your family, head to historic Prophetstown State Park for plenty of activities; we're talking a water park, unique wildlife observation, camping, and a working farm dating back to the 1920s.

Lafayette's food scene offers a good mix of traditional dishes and modern ones. If you wish to enjoy genuine local specialities, South Street Smokehouse offers amazing homestyle dishes. For those who just can't have enough local pizzas, stop by Arni's, a pizzeria that has been around for more than 40 years.

Travel to Lafayette is easy thanks to multiple coach lines and the Amtrak Cardinal line, which runs through the city. The nearest major airport is about 60 miles away in Indianapolis, so ground travel is definitely your friend for this destination.

Chicago

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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 holiday 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 neighbourhoods like Andersonville and Wicker Park. And don't miss the chance to laugh until you cry at The Second City comedy theatre, famous for launching the careers of comedians like Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.

Chicago is one of the biggest transport 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 coach and train stations throughout the city, getting to the Windy City is a breeze.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Lafayette?

Main departure station: Parking Lot next to CityBus Center

Lafayette has two coach stations with service to Chicago.

All coach stations in Lafayette:

  • Parking Lot next to CityBus Center
  • Parking Lot next to CityBus Center

Where does the coach arrive in Chicago?

Main arrival station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St

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Coaches arrive in Chicago at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.

Coach stations in Chicago:

  • Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
  • Dan Ryan Bus Station
  • Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
  • Union Station

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