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04/27/2025
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Chicago, IL to Montreal by bus

The journey from Chicago, IL to Montreal by bus is 746.39 mi and takes 37 hr 32 min. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:45 AM and the last at 11:15 PM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Montreal by bus for as little as $124.68 or as much as $350.31. The best price for this journey is $124.68.

Lowest Price $124.68
Journey Duration 37 hr 32 min
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price $124.68
Highest Price $350.31
First Departure 5:45 AM
Last Departure 11:15 PM
Distance 746.39 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival Montreal
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

Chicago, IL to Montreal Bus Times

Departure date
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025

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Best time to book Chicago, IL to Montreal travel

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Montreal

The cheapest Chicago, IL - Montreal bus tickets can be found for as low as $85.15 if you’re lucky, or $141.36 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $164.27.

Find the best day to travel to Montreal by bus

When travelling to Montreal by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Montreal
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Chicago, IL to Montreal CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
84.08kg
Bus
90.09kg
Flight
240.24kg
Car
192.19kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Montreal?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Montreal is $179.03. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $124.68.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Montreal?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Montreal is $124.68. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Montreal by bus?
Chicago, IL to Montreal is 746.39 mi.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Montreal take?
Chicago, IL to Montreal is on average 37 hr 32 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 32 hr 35 min.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Montreal?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Montreal is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Montreal?
Chicago, IL to Montreal has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Montreal leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Montreal departs at 5:45 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Montreal depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Montreal departs at 11:15 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Montreal in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $124.68 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Montreal by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Montreal is 32 hr 35 min.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Montreal?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Montreal.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Montreal by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Montreal creates 90.09kg of CO2 emissions.