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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | EXXON | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | ||||
| Bus | EXXON | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | EXXON | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | EXXON | Downtown Greyhound Station | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | EXXON | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan |
Get from Athens to Chicago
The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just THB 3,527, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 THB 3,527. The average price for this route is around THB 4,311. 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 trip duration from Athens to Chicago is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 466 miles (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 is the earliest and latest departure time 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 18.766975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel 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 THB 3,621To 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 THB 3,621 to THB 4,840 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 THB 3,621 which is on 2026-06-18.
