Bus Chicago to Fresno, CA - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Fresno, CA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$196

Saturday

$185

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

$181

Wednesday

$187

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	51h 5m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$196	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 12:25:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 5m
FlixBus	62h 30m	12:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$204	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 12:15:00 AM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 30m
Greyhound US	79h 35m	7:10 AM	Chicago	Cumberland CTA	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$211	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Cumberland CTA, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 7:10:00 AM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $211 per person are available. Travel duration is 79h 35m
FlixBus	54h 10m	12:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	4:25 AM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$215	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 12:15:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $215 per person are available. Travel duration is 54h 10m
FlixBus	52h 25m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$215	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 11:05:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $215 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Fresno, CA via Milwaukee, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  56h 15m
  
  0
  
  7:15 AM
  
  Chicago
  Cumberland CTA
  
  8:35 AM
  
  Milwaukee
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Cumberland CTA, Chicago (USA) at 10/23/2026 7:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) arriving at 10/23/2026 8:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  54h 30m
  
  0
  
  9:00 AM
  
  Milwaukee
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:30 PM
  
  Fresno, CA
  Tulare St. Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $160
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Milwaukee (USA) at 10/23/2026 9:00:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/25/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $160 per person are available. Travel duration is 54h 30m
Travel time is 7h 10m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	62h 30m	12:15 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$185	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 12:15:00 AM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $185 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 30m
Greyhound US	51h 5m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$188	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 12:25:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 5m
FlixBus	56h 15m	5:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:20 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$201	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 5:05:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $201 per person are available. Travel duration is 56h 15m
Greyhound US	62h 0m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	10:15 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$203	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 10:15:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/26/2026 10:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $203 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 0m
Greyhound US	63h 55m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$212	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/24/2026 10:50:00 PM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/27/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $212 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	51h 5m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$181	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 12:25:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $181 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 5m
Greyhound US	63h 55m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$192	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 10:50:00 PM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 55m
Greyhound US	63h 35m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$192	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 11:10:00 PM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 35m
FlixBus	63h 35m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$216	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 11:55:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $216 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 35m
FlixBus	52h 25m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$217	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/27/2026 11:05:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $217 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	51h 5m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$187	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 12:25:00 PM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $187 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 5m
Greyhound US	79h 35m	7:10 AM	Chicago	Cumberland CTA	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$211	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Cumberland CTA, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 7:10:00 AM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/31/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $211 per person are available. Travel duration is 79h 35m
FlixBus	52h 25m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:30 PM	Fresno, CA	Tulare St. Bus Station	Economy	$215	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 11:05:00 AM to Tulare St. Bus Station, Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/30/2026 1:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $215 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 25m
Greyhound US	63h 55m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:45 PM	Fresno, CA	CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)	Economy	$217	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/28/2026 10:50:00 PM to CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar), Fresno, CA (USA) arriving at 10/31/2026 12:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $217 per person are available. Travel duration is 63h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA is $147 on 11/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Fresno, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Fresno, CA are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 25 daily buses from Chicago to Fresno, CA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Chicago and Fresno, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 26 buses from Chicago to Fresno, CA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Fresno, CA, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Fresno, CA starting from $147!

Cheapest Bus	$147
Fastest Bus	49h 5m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	1,743.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Every day, 14 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Fresno, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/18

Monday 10/19

Tuesday 10/20

Wednesday 10/21

Thursday 10/22

Friday 10/23

$196

Saturday 10/24

$185

Sunday 10/25

Monday 10/26

Tuesday 10/27

$181

Wednesday 10/28

$187

Thursday 10/29

Friday 10/30

$213

Saturday 10/31

$207

Sunday 11/01

Monday 11/02

Tuesday 11/03

$193

Wednesday 11/04

$203

Thursday 11/05

$183

Friday 11/06

Saturday 11/07

$181

Sunday 11/08

Monday 11/09

$147

Tuesday 11/10

Wednesday 11/11

$168

Thursday 11/12

Friday 11/13

Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Fresno, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Fresno, CA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $168, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $196.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Fresno, CA, with $147. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $194.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Fresno, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Fresno, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Fresno, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Fresno, CA from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Fresno, CA:

Cheapest Price	$185
Fastest Bus	50h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Last Bus	11:05 AM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	9/28/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Fresno, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Fresno, CA.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Central Bus Station

Tulare St 2660

Tulare St. Bus Station

Tulare Street 2650

ACN

F St 1142

CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)

NE West - Dakota

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Fresno, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Fresno, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Fresno, CA bus

How much does a Chicago Fresno, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $147 and takes 49h 5m to reach Fresno, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Fresno, CA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $147 and $289. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Fresno, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Fresno, CA each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Fresno, CA bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Fresno, CA take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 49h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $200. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in Fresno, CA from Chicago starts at 12:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Fresno, CA starts at 11:40 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Fresno, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Fresno, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Fresno, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Fresno, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Fresno, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Fresno, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Fresno, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Fresno, CA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 14 daily trips between Chicago and Fresno, CA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Fresno, CA?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Chicago and Fresno, CA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Fresno, CA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Fresno, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Fresno, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!