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Trip Overview

The average bus between Chicago and Howard University takes 18h 58m and the fastest bus takes 16h 55m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chicago to Howard University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 58m
Duration
725 mi
Distance
$156
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Chicago to Howard University bus times

Buses run twice daily between Chicago and Howard University. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Howard University at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 18h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority21h 35m • 1 change
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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 55m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority21h 32m • 1 change
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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority17h 7m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority22h 2m • 1 change
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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority17h 2m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority21h 35m • 1 change
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    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 55m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority21h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 55m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority21h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Greyhound USAWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority16h 55m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Howard University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 725.3 mi
  • Duration: 18h 58m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Howard University, DC, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $130–200 and the journey takes 16h 35m.

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