Bus Tickets from Chicago to Baltimore

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TodayJun 15
from US$146
TomorrowJun 16
TueJun 17
from US$93
WedJun 18
from US$96
ThuJun 19
from US$93
FriJun 20
from US$93
SatJun 21
from US$96
SunJun 22

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Baltimore
    Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Baltimore
    Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Baltimore
    Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Baltimore
    Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Baltimore
    Destination location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Baltimore

Bus
Average PriceUS$65 - US$286Average Duration19h 15m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$102 - US$458Average Duration21h 2m
88kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Baltimore

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8.239999999999998bus per day
19h 15mAverage Duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Baltimore: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$110
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 15m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance968 km
Latest bus departure11:15pm

Chicago to Baltimore Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Baltimore

  1. How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Baltimore?

    The typical travel time from Chicago to Baltimore by bus is around 19h 15m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Baltimore in 17h 25m

  2. How far is Chicago from Baltimore?

    The distance between Chicago and Baltimore is around 976 km (605 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Baltimore?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, in Baltimore.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Baltimore?

    The least expensive option to go from Chicago to Baltimore would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$65, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Chicago to Baltimore?

    Taking the bus from Chicago to Baltimore costs on average US$110.

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

Best price found
06-13
US$90
06-14
US$112
Today
US$138
06-16
US$88
06-17
US$85
06-18
US$88
06-19
US$85
06-20
US$85
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Baltimore was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$249 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85 which is on 2025-06-17.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Baltimore.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Baltimore, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Baltimore.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Baltimore, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Baltimore?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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