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Valparaiso - Chicago Bus Schedule
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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Valparaiso to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Valparaiso to Chicago usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 41 mi (65 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
Cheapest price | CHF 16.28 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Valparaiso to Chicago?
Bus tickets for a trip from Valparaiso to Chicago cost CHF 16.43 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Valparaiso to Chicago are expected to cost between CHF 16 and CHF 19 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 CHF 16. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Valparaiso to Chicago?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Valparaiso to Chicago. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 1 | 1h 25m | CHF 17.01 |
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 1 bus trips from Valparaiso to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from CHF 16.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 41 miles from Valparaiso to Chicago. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Valparaiso 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
There is usually only one bus per day from Valparaiso to Chicago. It leaves the station in Valparaiso at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Valparaiso?
Main departure station: Brown St & S Campbell St
Most buses depart from the main station in Valparaiso.
All bus stations in Valparaiso:
Brown St & S Campbell St
Where does the bus arrive in Chicago?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
All buses from Valparaiso arrive at one main station in Chicago.
All bus stations in Chicago:
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
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