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Journey Information

There are 16 intercity coaches per day from Nashville to Chicago. Traveling by coach from Nashville to Chicago usually takes around 10 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance398 mi (640 km)
Shortest duration9h 5m
Cheapest price€44.74
Trips per day13
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Coach lines3

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from Nashville to Chicago

(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)

4.4

5.0

Miyani

18 November 2022- Regular commuter

Greyhound

Pros: My driver. Cons: Nothing, very good.

4.0

Aknur

8 November 2019- Solo travel

Greyhound

The Wi-Fi isn't connected to the Internet but it says it is.

4.0

Patrice

2 July 2019- Vacation

Greyhound

Pros: The drivers drove smoothly, made excellent lane changes. One driver had to deal with an unruly passenger. He was very professional and dealt with the situation in a manner that left us passengers feeling safe and confident that our driver had the ability to handle difficult situations. Tips: Bring earplugs as some passengers talk all night long.

3.0

Connie

31 May 2019- Vacation

Greyhound

Pros: We liked that the bus had outlets to charge our phones. Cons: The seats weren’t very comfortable, the bathrooms definitely needed to be cleaned, we arrived to out destination 10 hours late due to bus breaking down a few times and waited on the side of the highway in the hot sun, so a better working bus in general would have been great. Tips: Don’t sit by the bathrooms!!!!!

How much is a coach ticket from Nashville to Chicago?

€73.24 is the average price of a bus ticket from Nashville to Chicago. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. 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

€98€65€33AprMay

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Nashville to Chicago is expected to range from €71 to €90. If you are looking to travel to Chicago within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from €78. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are €71 and can be found on 16 May 2024.

Monthly average prices

€93€75€56€37€19MJJASONDJFMA
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Nashville to Chicago, mark your calendar for May. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just €69. However, taking the bus from Nashville to Chicago during March is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of €81. The best way to find deals on a trip in March is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

€117€93€70€47€233020100

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save €52.51 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Nashville to Chicago?

There are 3 bus lines from Nashville to Chicago available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 13 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway111h 6m€111.90
FlixBus US310h 59m€86.34
Greyhound1310h 40m€86.36
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Nashville to Chicago start at €112. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Nashville to Chicago, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 13 bus trips from Nashville to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from €43.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 398 miles from Nashville to Chicago. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 5 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."

The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Nashville to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 16 scheduled coaches that travel from Nashville to Chicago every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 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 Nashville to Chicago; ticket prices start at €111.90.

City Information

Nashville

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Nashville may be the capital of the state of Tennessee, but it’s actually much more famous as the country music capital of the world. If you are a fan of country music, or music in general, Nashville is a must-visit destination. Here you can visit several one-of-a-kind museums dedicated to the genre and attend amazing live performances every day at pretty much every bar or venue across town.

There are two places that you absolutely must visit while you’re in town: the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum (for obvious reasons), and the legendary Grand Ole Opry House, known as country’s most famous stage. Once you get those out of the way, head over to Broadway and snatch yourself a pair of cowboy boots before embarking on a tour of the many bars and restaurants that make up Nashville’s most famous street.

And if you’re looking to escape the country-ness of it all, you might want to head over to East Nashville where you will find hip new restaurants and bars full of young and artistic crowds. It’s definitely worth checking out the area, if only for the several Insta-ready murals you will find there.

While there is no Amtrak train service that goes to Nashville, there are several bus carriers that serve the city and the main bus station is located very conveniently downtown, not too far from all the hustle and bustle of Music City. The Nashville International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, but there is a direct bus transit service that will take you from there all the way to the heart of town.

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 Nashville?

Main departure station: Greyhound: Bus Station

The primary bus station in Nashville is in the heart of the SoBro (“South of Broadway”) neighborhood, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and music venues. From this station, you can catch Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, and Amtrak Thruway buses offering trips to destinations throughout the United States. To make traveling stress-free, this station is open 24 hours a day and includes restrooms, vending machines, and charging stations for your phone.

All coach stations in Nashville:

  • Greyhound: Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Chicago?

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Main arrival station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St

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

Coach stations in Chicago:

  • Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St

  • Dan Ryan Bus Station

  • Chicago Train Station Bus Stop

  • Chicago (Union Station), Illinois

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