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There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Lima to Chicago. Traveling by coach from Lima to Chicago usually takes around 8 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Barons Bus Lines coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 199 mi (320 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £22.09 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
Average score for coaches from Lima to Chicago
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The bus was clean and your company is a good company. Cons: The bus didn't have electric outlets that worked. None of the outlets at the seats had any power (couldn't charge my cell phone). Tips: This is a good company with professional drivers. The driver was GREAT.
Bus tickets for a trip from Lima to Chicago cost £34.32 on average. Tickets cheaper than £34.32 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Bus tickets from Lima to Chicago are expected to cost between £26 and £72 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Chicago within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from £30. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 15 days in advance to save £34.64 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Lima 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 1 | 5h 35m | £41.37 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 8h 57m | £39.41 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Lima to Chicago from £38. There are 1 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Lima to Chicago and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Chicago. In Lima, Barons Bus Lines departs to Chicago from Reg Transit Auth - 218 E High St and no other station. In Chicago, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St and no other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Lima to Chicago takes 5 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines 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 Lima to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from £22.
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 199 miles from Lima to Chicago. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Chicago. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Lima to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Most coaches depart from the main station in Lima.
Reg Transit Auth - 218 E High St
Image credit: Jeramey Jannene
Link to image attributionThese are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Chicago.
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Dan Ryan Bus Station
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