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Best price $ 144.46
Journey duration 64 h 12 min
Connections per day 5
First departure 13:40
Last departure 22:50
Distance 1,853.5 mi

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Virail's search tool will provide you with the options you need when you want to go from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA. All you need to do is enter the dates of your planned journey, and let us take care of everything else. Our engine does the hard work, searching through thousands of routes offered by our trusted travel partners to show you options for traveling by train, bus, plane, or carpool. You can filter the results to suit your needs. There are a number of filtering options, including price, one-way or round trip, departure or arrival time, duration of journey, or number of connections. Soon you'll find the best choice for your journey. When you're ready, Virail will transfer you to the provider's website to complete the booking. No matter where you're going, get there with Virail.

How much do bus tickets from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA cost?

The prices for bus tickets from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA vary depending on a range of factors including how far in advance you're booking, your travel dates, and the type of transport you want to use. On certain routes, there may be different classes available, which will also affect the price. Booked in advance, the cheapest bus tickets from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA will cost $ 119.55. The average bus ticket price is approximately $ 182.09. For the lowest prices, it is usually best to book as far in advance as possible and look out for low-cost options, such as non-refundable tickets or traveling outside of peak hours. Be aware that some providers do not offer refunds or changes on their lower priced tickets, so it is advised to check before completing your transaction.

Buses from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA

Greyhound Greyhound 10:20 – 19:50 Union Station – Salesforce Transit Center $ 144.60 59 h 30 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 21:30 – 09:15 Union Station – Salesforce Transit Center $ 155.49 61 h 45 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 22:40 – 09:15 95th & Dan Ryan CTA – Salesforce Transit Center $ 176.29 60 h 35 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 22:20 – 09:15 Downtown Greyhound Station – Salesforce Transit Center $ 190.16 60 h 55 min Direct

How long will it take me to travel from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA by bus?

The journey from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA covers a distance of 1,854.2 mi. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 62 h 9 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 52 h 15 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

When do departures from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA leave?

In general, the first departure of the night will leave Chicago, IL at 02:45, and the last departure will leave at 22:50. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change.

How many journeys from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA take place each day?

If you want to get from Chicago, IL to San Francisco, CA, you can travel with providers such as Greyhound. You will find a maximum number of 6 departures per day. On average, there are 4.5 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 4.5 direct journeys between Chicago, IL and San Francisco, CA. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 0 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you.