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Evansville to Chicago Bus Schedule
Bus from Evansville to Chicago: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Evansville to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Evansville to Chicago usually takes around 14 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 14 hours,
| Distance | 270 mi (434 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 0m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 804.26 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Evansville to Chicago?
Bus tickets for a trip from Evansville to Chicago cost NOK 927.61 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 1,160.41 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Evansville to Chicago?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Evansville 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 | 14h 54m | NOK 1,511.57 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 Evansville to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from NOK 804.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Evansville to Chicago
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 270 miles from Evansville to Chicago. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Chicago, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Evansville to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Evansville 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.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Evansville to Chicago; ticket prices start at NOK 709.70.
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 Evansville?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 119 NW 6th St
Most buses depart from the main station in Evansville.
All bus stations in Evansville:
Bus Terminal - 119 NW 6th St
Where does the bus arrive in Chicago?
Main arrival station: Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
Buses arrive in Chicago at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Chicago:
Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
Dan Ryan Bus Station
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
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