How much is the bus ticket from Baltimore to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Baltimore to Chicago start from $113. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Baltimore to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Baltimore to Chicago is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 969 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Baltimore to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Baltimore to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Baltimore to Chicago at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago?

A bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Baltimore to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Baltimore to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Baltimore to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Baltimore to Chicago from $99 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	1d 10h	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 6h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	23h 40m	10:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 50m	11:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 6h	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 5m	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 50m	11:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 50m	11:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 50m	11:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:20pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	3:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 50m	11:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:10pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	8:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Baltimore to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

23h 40mAverage Duration

969 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$113 - $495	Average Duration23h 40m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $3,598	Average Duration22h 13m	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Baltimore and Chicago?

Stops in Baltimore

A
Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
2110 Haines St, Baltimore, MD 21230, United States
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B
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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C
Baltimore Airport
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D
Maryland Ave & I-83
1578 Maryland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87409 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $113

Greyhound Baltimore Chicago recent customer reviews

I don’t understand why make two stops for more than one hour at night and force me to leave the bus

Illia S.

September 26, 2019

Good but smells bad from inside. Make seats little more comfortable

Arshdeep Singh B.

August 7, 2019

Very late

Muzzamil Hussain S.

October 27, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Baltimore to Chicago start from $113. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Baltimore to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Baltimore to Chicago is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 969 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Baltimore to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Baltimore to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Baltimore to Chicago at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago?
A bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Baltimore to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Baltimore to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Baltimore to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$198

11-29

$323

Today

$355

12-01

$198

12-02

$118

12-03

$118

12-04

$115

12-05

$122

The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $115

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Baltimore to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $115 to $651 for a bus ticket from Baltimore to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $115 which is on 2025-12-04.