The average bus between Chicago and Kentucky takes 7h 10m and the fastest bus takes 7h. The bus service runs several times per day from Chicago to Kentucky. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chicago and Kentucky. The earliest departure is at 10:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Kentucky at 6:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago station and arriving at Kentucky station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.
Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Louisville, KY station.
Book your Chicago to Kentucky bus tickets online with Amtrak Thruway.
The distance between Chicago and Kentucky is 523.1 km. The road distance is 475 km.
Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Louisville, KY twice daily. Tickets cost $50–60 and the journey takes 7h.
