How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Memphis cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Memphis starts at $55. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Memphis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Memphis?

The average travel time between Chicago and Memphis is around 13h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 481 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Memphis?

The number of buses from Chicago to Memphis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Memphis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Memphis?

When taking the bus from Chicago to Memphis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Memphis?

Buses traveling between Chicago and Memphis leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Airways Transit Center.

What are the best sights and things to do in Memphis?

Once in Memphis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid, Shelby Farms Park Conservatory, Memphis Rock N' Soul Museum, American Queen, Beer-Drinking Goats at Silky O'Sullivan's.

Bus Chicago to Memphis from $57 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	13h 20m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 35m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 35m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	15h 45m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 35m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	15h 45m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	13h 20m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Memphis on October 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	9h 30m	8:00am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	14h	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 40m	1:40am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	10:10am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	10h 35m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

477 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $185	Average Duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$88 - $396	Average Duration14h 22m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Bus Chicago to Memphis, TN: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$81

Average bus trip duration13h 20m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure5:25am

Distance477 miles (769 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,330 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Memphis recent customer reviews

I didn’t ride the greyhound back been trying to get refunds for cancelled trip customer service was awful worst experience ever I was stranded in Chicago

Willie T.

May 14, 2023

I never made it my $70 went in vain because they did not explain that the bus station on 95th and Dan Ryan close at 1:00 I couldn't print out my tickets and I could not get another ticket so that I could catch a later bus so I just lost out on my money which I end up being stuck at the dang on train station and did not have a way home so no I'm not satisfied

Shree B.

December 5, 2021

Driver from Chicago to St Louis was not as friendly a little snappy. Driver from St. Louis to Memphis very pleasant

Emily D.

December 13, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,051 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Chicago to Memphis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Memphis?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Memphis

A - Airways Transit Center

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Memphis, TN

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Memphis?
What are the best sights and things to do in Memphis?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/23

$105

10/24

$122

Today

$85

10/26

$111

10/27

$73

10/28

$70

10/29

$73

10/30

$73

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $217 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-10-28.

Usually Greyhound 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

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 Chicago and Memphis!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Memphis.

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Memphis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Memphis, TN?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time13h 20m	Avg Price$81	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time14h 22m	Avg Price$109	Daily Departures3

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