Davenport to Chicago Bus | Reagan MTD Western Route

Reagan Mass Transit District partners with Greyhound Connect to deliver!

Reagan MTD Western Route provides a convenient Davenport to Chicago bus connection. Starting in Davenport, Iowa, and traveling east to downtown Chicago, this route offers several convenient stops along the way. Whether you are taking your kids to Chicago for fun in the sun at Navy Pier, meeting friends at Ribfest in Naperville, heading back to Northern Illinois University after a holiday with family, or exploring the Quad Cities, this bus route makes regional travel simple and accessible. Reagan Mass Transit District is proud to partner with Greyhound to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable bus transportation from Davenport to Chicago.

Davenport to Chicago Bus Service

Route Overview

The Reagan MTD Western Route is a direct and reliable way to travel from Davenport to Chicago, Illinois, connecting key communities across eastern Iowa and northern Illinois. Beginning in Davenport, Iowa, the route includes stops in Moline, Dixon, Rochelle, DeKalb (serving Northern Illinois University), and Naperville/Aurora before arriving in Chicago.

This route is designed to provide a smooth, consistent travel experience for riders boarding at any point along the way.

View of the NIU college campus courtyard in DeKalb Illinois, included in the Davenport to Chicago bus route

Travel Options

The Davenport to Chicago bus route serves a wide range of travelers.

College students rely on the DeKalb stop for convenient transportation to and from Northern Illinois University, especially during weekends and holidays. Families and leisure travelers use the route for day trips, events, and visits to Chicago attractions.

For commuters and regional travelers, this route offers a practical alternative to driving. Avoid traffic, parking, and long hours on the road by choosing a comfortable bus service designed for convenience.

Along the way, Reagan MTD and Greyhound open the door to exploring Illinois, making it easy to discover new places, events, and experiences across the state.

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Connections

Through its partnership with Greyhound, Reagan Mass Transit District expands travel opportunities beyond the Western Route. Once in Chicago, riders can connect to additional Greyhound routes, public transit, and regional transportation options to reach destinations across Illinois and beyond. Connections to the Reagan MTD Southern Route also provide riders with expanded access to communities throughout northern and central Illinois.

These connections make traveling from Davenport to Chicago part of a broader transportation network, giving riders more flexibility beyond a single route. Whether Chicago is your final destination or a transfer point, Reagan MTD helps you continue your journey with ease.

Naperville downtown square with waterfront view behind it

Stops Along the Route

The Reagan MTD Western Route Davenport to Chicago includes convenient stops in:

Davenport
Moline
Dixon
Rochelle
DeKalb / Northern Illinois University
Naperville / Aurora
Chicago

Stops like Naperville/Aurora also make it easy for riders traveling to or from Davenport to access convenient regional travel connections.

No matter where you start, these stops allow you to travel with ease.

Greyhound buses have you in mind!

Whether you are planning ahead or booking a last-minute trip, traveling from Davenport, IA to Chicago is flexible and affordable with Reagan Mass Transit District and Greyhound Connect. When you ride Greyhound buses, you can sit back and relax with free Wi-Fi, personal power outlets, reclining leather seats, extra legroom, on-board restrooms, and so much more!

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