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Today20 Aug
from US$33
Tomorrow21 Aug
Fri22 Aug
Sat23 Aug
Sun24 Aug
Mon25 Aug
Tue26 Aug
Wed27 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 20 August at
    Departure city: Plano
    Departure location: Plano, IL
    Arrival time: 20 August at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Plano to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$33Average duration1h 14m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$11 - US$29Average duration1h 9m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Plano to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1h 9mAverage duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Plano, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration1h 14m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure20:37
Distance49 miles

Plano to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Plano, IL - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Plano and Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Plano to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 48 miles (77 km).

  2. How can I get from Plano to Chicago without driving?

    You can reach Chicago from Plano by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

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US$30
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plano, IL to Chicago was searched and found on 18 Aug 2025 with a price of US$30

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Plano and Chicago!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Plano to Chicago.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Plano to Chicago.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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