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TodaySep 2
from US$244
TomorrowSep 3
ThuSep 4
FriSep 5
from US$103
SatSep 6
SunSep 7
from US$139
MonSep 8
TueSep 9
from US$124

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: September 7 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Tucson

Bus
Average PriceUS$103 - US$592Average Duration1d 23h
58kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$151 - US$947Average Duration2d 11h
211kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Tucson

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day
1d 23hAverage Duration
US$103Cheapest ticket
58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Tucson: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$174
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 23h
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance2321 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Tucson Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Tucson

  1. What is the travel distance from Chicago to Tucson?

    It's about 2328 km (1444 miles) from Chicago to Tucson.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Tucson?

    Buses departing from Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago will take you to Greyhound Station in Tucson.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-31
US$162
09-01
US$404
Today
US$236
09-03
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09-04
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09-05
US$147
09-06
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09-07
US$131
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Tucson was searched and found on Sep 7, 2025 with a price of US$131

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$131 to US$542 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$131 which is on 2025-09-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Tucson.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Tucson, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Tucson will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Tucson while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Tucson?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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