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The average bus between Kentucky and Northwestern University takes 10h 13m and the fastest bus takes 7h 45m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kentucky to Northwestern University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 13m
Duration
330 mi
Distance
$62
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Bus

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  1. Take the bus from Louisville Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0100
7h 49m
$51–80

Kentucky to Northwestern University bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between Kentucky and Northwestern University. The earliest departure is at 3:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Kentucky is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Northwestern University at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Bus Station and take an average of 10h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)15h 30m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)11h 37m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 32m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 25m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 32m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 25m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 32m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 25m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 32m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 25m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 32m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 25m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)8h 7m • 3 changes

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    Flixbus USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 42m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 31m • 3 changes

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    Greyhound USAChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 51m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kentucky to Northwestern University? 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.

Map of how to get from Kentucky to Northwestern University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 329.9 mi
  • Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Louisville Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 6h. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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