Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | EXXON | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
| Bus | EXXON | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | EXXON | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | EXXON | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | EXXON | Downtown Greyhound Station |
Get from Athens to Chicago
The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 1,027, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 87568 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at NOK 1,124
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Athens, TN, US to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Athens to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Athens to Chicago start from NOK 1,027. The average price for this route is around NOK 1,197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Athens to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Athens to Chicago is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 751 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Athens to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Athens to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Athens to Chicago at 8:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Athens to Chicago?
A bus trip from Athens to Chicago generates an estimated 18.766599999999997 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens, TN, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 18, 2026 with a price of NOK 1,055To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens, TN, US to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 1,055 to NOK 1,409 for a bus ticket from Athens, TN, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 1,055 which is on 2026-06-18.
