The average bus between Richmond and Chicago takes 21h 40m and the fastest bus takes 20h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from Richmond to Chicago. 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 Richmond and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 2:10 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Richmond is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Chicago at 8:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Richmond to Chicago? 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 Richmond to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Richmond station and arriving at Chicago station via Washington Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 40m.
Richmond to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Richmond station.
Richmond to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.
Book your Richmond to Chicago bus tickets online with Greyhound USA and Flixbus USA.
The distance between Richmond and Chicago is 992.6 km. The road distance is 1,320 km.
You can take a bus from Richmond to Chicago Bus Station via Washington Union Station in around 20h.