Chicago, IL
Lafayette, IN

Chicago to Lafayette by Bus or Train

Greyhound has the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette for only $20, on a trip of approximately 2h 55m duration.

We have selected the cheapest, fastest and earliest schedules for your trip to Lafayette.

  • Greyhound logo
    Cheapest
    Bus
    2h 55m
    Direct
  • Flixbus logo
    Fastest
    Bus
    2h 5m
    Direct
  • Greyhound logo
    Earliest
    Bus
    2h 25m
    Direct
CompaniesDeparturesDurationServicePrice
Greyhound
1:45 PM->5:40 PM
Flixbus
11:30 AM->2:50 PM
Amtrak
10:40 AM->2:35 PM

Save $16 if you travel with Greyhound!

Bus from Chicago to Lafayette

The bus trip from Chicago to Lafayette takes approximately 2h 36m duration and covers a distance of about 108 mi. There are usually 12 buses traveling daily to Lafayette and you can find the cheapest tickets starting from $20.4 if you buy in advance on the internet.

Distance108 mi
Price$20.4
Frequency12
Fastest2h 5m

Train Chicago to Lafayette

It takes an average of 2h 55m to travel from Chicago to Lafayette by train, covering a distance of about 108 mi. There are usually 1 trains traveling daily from Chicago to Lafayette and tickets for this journey start from $35.91 when you book in advance.

Distance108 mi
Price$35.91
Frequency1
Fastest2h 55m

Greyhound stations in Chicago

  • Downtown Greyhound Station

  • Chicago Bus Station

  • Chicago Train Station

Greyhound stations in Lafayette

  • Lafayette Bus Stop

Flixbus stations in Chicago

  • Chicago Bus Station

  • Dan Ryan Bus Station

Flixbus stations in Lafayette

  • Lafayette Bus Stop

  • Parking Lot next to CityBus Center

Amtrak stations in Chicago

  • Chicago (Union Station), IL

Amtrak stations in Lafayette

  • CityBus Center: BUS215

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Saving Money

Cheapest Bus

The cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Lafayette is a regular seat, one-way trip, when booked in advance. Buying on the day of travel is usually more expensive and may include additional costs that can vary depending on the time of day and bus class.

Cheapest Bus
Book in advance.
Most companies sell bus tickets about three to six months in advance. If you already have your travel date set, search as early as possible to save money.
Be flexible with your travel times.
Many companies increase ticket prices during "peak hours" (usually between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays). If possible, choose to travel outside of these hours to find cheaper tickets and save money.
Check connections.
On some of the busiest routes, you may also have the option of taking a slower or connecting transportation. It may take a little longer, but if you have a bit more time available, you may find a cheaper ticket.