The average bus between Chicago and Kentucky takes 11h 20m and the fastest bus takes 7h 25m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chicago to Kentucky. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chicago and Kentucky. The earliest departure is at 9:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 2:45 PM which arrives into Kentucky at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Chicago station and arriving at Kentucky station via Indianapolis Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.
Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.
Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Louisville, KY station.
Book your Chicago to Kentucky bus tickets online with Greyhound USA and Amtrak Thruway.
The distance between Chicago and Kentucky is 523.1 km. The road distance is 474 km.
You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station in around 6h 30m.
