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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Covington | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Covington | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Covington | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
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Get from Covington to Chicago
The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 439, 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 Covington, KY 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 Covington to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Covington to Chicago start from DKK 439. The average price for this route is around DKK 479. 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 Covington to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Covington to Chicago is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 250 miles (403 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Covington to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Covington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Covington to Chicago at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 1:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Covington to Chicago?
A bus trip from Covington to Chicago generates an estimated 10.069199999999999 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 Covington, KY to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 with a price of DKK 402To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Covington, KY to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from DKK 402 to DKK 600 for a bus ticket from Covington, KY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at DKK 402 which is on 2026-08-11.
