Bus Tickets from Oakland to Chicago

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TodayAug 23
from US$241
TomorrowAug 24
from US$196
MonAug 25
TueAug 26
from US$192
WedAug 27
from US$143
ThuAug 28
from US$216
FriAug 29
from US$185
SatAug 30

Next departures to Chicago

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Jack London Square
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 26 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 24 at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$105 - US$462Average Duration2d 16h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$384 - US$736Average Duration2d 17h
270kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
2d 16hAverage Duration
US$105Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$228
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 16h
Number of daily buses25
Earliest bus departure7:15am
Distance2970 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Oakland to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Chicago

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

    The distance between Oakland and Chicago is around 2974 km (1844 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Emeryville Station, in Oakland, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-21
US$325
08-22
US$359
Today
US$390
08-24
US$286
08-25
US$139
08-26
US$188
08-27
US$135
08-28
US$208
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$135

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

You can expect to pay from US$135 to US$1,517 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$135 which is on 2025-08-27.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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