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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Southfield to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Southfield to Chicago usually takes around 7 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 229 mi (369 km) |
Shortest duration | 5h 50m |
Cheapest price | PLN 114.92 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Southfield to Chicago?
Bus tickets for a trip from Southfield to Chicago cost PLN 139.01 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this 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
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Southfield to Chicago is expected to be between PLN 133 and PLN 161. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 9, 2024, when tickets are available for May 9, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just PLN 133.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as 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 17 days in advance to save PLN 111.74 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Southfield to Chicago?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Southfield 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 | 7 | 7h 13m | PLN 159.39 |
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 7 bus trips from Southfield to Chicago every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Chicago usually start from PLN 115.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 229 miles from Southfield to Chicago. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 50 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Southfield 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.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Southfield to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Southfield?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Southfield.
All bus stations in Southfield:
Bus Station
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.
All bus stations in Chicago:
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Dan Ryan Bus Station
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