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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Chattanooga to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Chattanooga to Chicago usually takes around 19 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 488 mi (786 km) |
| Shortest duration | 19h 35m |
| Cheapest price | €192.22 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Chattanooga to Chicago?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Chattanooga to Chicago. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 19h 54m | €210.75 |
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 Chattanooga to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 19 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from €192.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 786 kilometers from Chattanooga to Chicago. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all buses from Chattanooga to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Chattanooga to Chicago every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
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 bus leave from in Chattanooga?
Main departure station: Special Transit Services
Most buses depart from the main station in Chattanooga.
All bus stations in Chattanooga:
Special Transit Services
Where does the bus arrive in Chicago?
Image credit: Jeramey Jannene
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Chicago.
Bus stations in Chicago:
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
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