What is the travel distance from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

Oklahoma City and Chicago are 690 miles (1113 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Oklahoma City to Chicago start their journey at Greyhound Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Science and Industry, Robie House, Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Conservatory and Grant Park.

Bus Oklahoma City to Chicago from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Oklahoma City to Chicago on October 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:55pm	Greyhound Station	22h 55m	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:40am	Greyhound Station	18h 5m	5:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:40am	Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Oklahoma City to Chicago on October 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:55pm	Greyhound Station	22h 55m	9:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35am	Greyhound Station	21h 40m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	12:35am	Greyhound Station	1d 7h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Oklahoma City to Chicago on October 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:40am	Greyhound Station	1d 2h	1:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	9:50pm	Amtrak	16h 52m	2:42pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:35am	Greyhound Station	21h 40m	10:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	11:40am	Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:41 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Oklahoma City to Chicago.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $353	Average Duration21h 40m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$147 - $315	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oklahoma City to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 21 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

21h 40mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest ticket

28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oklahoma City to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$108

Average bus trip duration21h 40m

Number of daily buses20

Earliest bus departure12:35am

Distance684 miles (1102 km)

Latest bus departure10:55pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,312 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 Oklahoma City Chicago recent customer reviews

Bus canceled without notice. I wasted my money and time traveling to OKC Greyhound bus station.I had to go back home.Reschedule all a waste of time.Many delays throughout our travel.I will not be traveling with this company ever again.

Audrey M.

August 1, 2023

Buses weren’t on time leaving due to no drivers for the route. The buses were filthy and smelled like pee,trashed.. The clerk in Tulsa ok was rude and unprofessional and yelling and being smart mouth to the customers.She has a I don’t care ,they can’t do anything to me attitude.

Charles D.

April 29, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,512 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Tornado Bus

3/5147 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $305 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Oklahoma City to Chicago Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Oklahoma City to Chicago is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Oklahoma City to Chicago will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Oklahoma City to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Oklahoma City and Chicago?

Stops in Oklahoma City

A - Greyhound Station

B - Súper las Aguascalientes

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oklahoma City - Chicago

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/09

$217

10/10

$193

Today

$167

10/12

$208

10/13

$117

10/14

$99

10/15

$109

10/16

$103

The cheapest trip from Oklahoma City to Chicago was searched and found on Oct 14, 2025 with a price of $99

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

You can expect to pay from $99 to $751 for a bus ticket from Oklahoma City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2025-10-14.

Usually Tornado Bus, 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Oklahoma City to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Oklahoma City to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Oklahoma City to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Oklahoma City to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Oklahoma City to Chicago?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time21h 40m	Avg Price$108	Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$198	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Oklahoma City by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Oklahoma City

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Train from Oklahoma City to Chicago

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