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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Elyria | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Elyria | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Elyria | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Elyria | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Elyria
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Elyria. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, 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 Chicago to Elyria 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 Chicago to Elyria?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Elyria start from $46. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Chicago to Elyria?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Elyria is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 286 miles (462 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elyria route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Elyria?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elyria at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Elyria?
A bus trip from Chicago to Elyria generates an estimated 11.526900000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elyria was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Elyria, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $85 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Elyria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2026-04-07.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Elyria?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
