The average bus between Chicago and New Paltz takes 21h 44m and the fastest bus takes 20h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chicago to New Paltz. 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 New Paltz. The earliest departure is at 12:25 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chicago is at 7:15 PM which arrives into New Paltz at 7:35 PM. All services require a transfer at New York Midtown and take an average of 21h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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22h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chicago to New Paltz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to New Paltz. However, there are services departing from Chicago station and arriving at New Paltz station via New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 44m.
Chicago to New Paltz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.
Chicago to New Paltz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New Paltz station.
Book your Chicago to New Paltz bus tickets online with Flixbus USA, MTA Bus Company and Trailways.
The distance between Chicago and New Paltz is 1,121.4 km. The road distance is 1,596 km.
You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to New Paltz via New York Midtown, 8 Av/W 31 St, 8 Av/W 41 St, and New York in around 19h 40m.