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What is the best way to travel from Dallas to Chicago?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Chicago from Dallas. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
20h 25m
£87
£103
26
Flight
2h 16m
£129
£150
34

What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Dallas?

You can get to Chicago with just £87 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £90
tomorrow
from £87
Friday
from £114
Saturday
from £92
Sunday
from £117
Monday
from £93
Tuesday
from £95

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    50h 0m
    0
    16:35
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    18:35
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £90
  • Greyhound US
    24h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:30
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £96
  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    39h 40m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    08:05
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • FlixBus
    34h 55m
    0
    16:45
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • Greyhound US
    24h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:30
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    09:33
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    18:26
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £129
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 19m
    0
    06:00
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    22:19
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £132
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 16m
    0
    18:37
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    20:53
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £132
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 34m
    0
    19:38
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    22:12
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £132
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 2m
    0
    06:15
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    00:17
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 49m
    0
    22:20
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    12:09
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £157

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £116

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    61h 5m
    0
    19:00
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:05
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £92
  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    06:55
    Dallas
    Market Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98
  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £99
  • FlixBus
    40h 35m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £100
  • Greyhound US
    31h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    14:35
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £102

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £117
  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £117
  • Greyhound US
    24h 50m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £118
  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    06:55
    Dallas
    Market Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £129
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • Greyhound US
    24h 55m
    0
    14:30
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    15:25
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    19:00
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:25
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • FlixBus
    42h 25m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    10:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    42h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    10:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    31h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    14:35
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £101

What are the fastest trips from Dallas to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago from Dallas in just 2h 16m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 0h 40m
tomorrow
from 2h 16m
Friday
from 20h 25m
Saturday
from 1h 5m
Sunday
from 20h 25m
Monday
from 20h 25m
Tuesday
from 1h 5m

    Fastest Buses today

  • Greyhound US
    24h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:30
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £96
  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98
  • FlixBus
    50h 0m
    0
    16:35
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    18:35
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £90

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 16m
    0
    18:37
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    20:53
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £132
  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 34m
    0
    19:38
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    22:12
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £132
  • Corporate Flight Management
    3h 50m
    0
    10:25
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    14:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Corporate Flight Management
    Economy
    from £181
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 53m
    0
    09:33
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    18:26
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £129
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 57m
    0
    20:58
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    05:55
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £159
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 10m
    0
    07:00
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport
    16:10
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £159
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • Greyhound US
    24h 40m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:30
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • FlixBus
    34h 55m
    0
    16:45
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • FlixBus
    39h 40m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    08:05
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £116

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £99
  • Greyhound US
    31h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    14:35
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £102
  • FlixBus
    40h 35m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £100
  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    06:55
    Dallas
    Market Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98
  • FlixBus
    61h 5m
    0
    19:00
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:05
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £92

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £117
  • Greyhound US
    24h 50m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:05
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £118
  • Greyhound US
    25h 10m
    0
    19:50
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £117
  • FlixBus
    40h 55m
    0
    06:55
    Dallas
    Market Center
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £129
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    20h 25m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • Greyhound US
    24h 55m
    0
    14:30
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    15:25
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • Greyhound US
    25h 25m
    0
    19:00
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    20:25
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £93
  • FlixBus
    42h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    10:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    42h 25m
    0
    16:25
    Dallas
    Market Center
    10:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    25h 5m
    0
    07:15
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    31h 15m
    0
    07:20
    Dallas
    Coach Station
    14:35
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £101
  • FlixBus
    46h 5m
    0
    10:15
    Dallas
    DART East Transfer Center
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dallas to Chicago

What are the most popular stations in Dallas and Chicago?

In Dallas, you will usually depart from Coach Station, DART East Transfer Center or Riverfront Blvd, while in Chicago you will be arriving at Union Station, 95th Red Line Station or Cumberland CTA, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chicago from Dallas? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dallas and Chicago, you can pay as low as £87 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Frontier Airlines: you will get to Chicago in just 2h 16m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dallas and Chicago are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dallas and Chicago is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Highland Park, TX or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from Dallas Love Field Airport, and landing at Chicago Midway Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dallas to Chicago?

The most popular companies between Dallas and Chicago, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Corporate Flight Management

All you need to know when you travel from Dallas to Chicago

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dallas to Chicago. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dallas to Chicago

How can I reach Chicago from Dallas?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from Dallas.

How far is Chicago from Dallas?

The distance between Dallas and Chicago is 1,292.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dallas and Chicago?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 35 kgs of CO2, a train 45 kgs, a car 220 kgs, and a flight 318 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dallas to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago with just £87 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Dallas to Chicago?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chicago in just 2h 16m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Dallas and to Chicago

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dallas and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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