How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Baltimore?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Baltimore start from $95. The average price for this route is around $166. 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 Baltimore?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Baltimore is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 974 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Baltimore route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Baltimore at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Baltimore 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 Chicago to Baltimore?

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 Chicago to Baltimore?

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 Chicago to Baltimore?

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 Chicago to Baltimore?

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 Chicago to Baltimore from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Baltimore on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 20m	8:00am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 40m	12:40pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	4:05am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	18h 35m	12:40pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	21h	8:00am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Baltimore on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	4:05am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 35m	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 30m	8:00am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 40m	12:40pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Baltimore on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	4:05am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 35m	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 30m	8:00am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 40m	12:40pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Baltimore on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	4:05am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 35m	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 30m	8:00am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 40m	12:40pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	18h	2:15pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:56 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Baltimore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

20h 10mAverage Duration

974 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $568	Average Duration20h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $2,448	Average Duration20h 48m	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Baltimore?

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

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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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87412 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 $95

Greyhound Chicago Baltimore recent customer reviews

Good ride but plug in socket not functioning at all and the toilet smell was terrible

Vera A.

December 9, 2019

Am so displeased with the service

Olanike F.

August 28, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Baltimore start from $95. The average price for this route is around $166. 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 Baltimore?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Baltimore is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 974 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Baltimore route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Baltimore?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Baltimore at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Baltimore?
A bus trip from Chicago to Baltimore 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 Chicago to Baltimore?
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 Chicago to Baltimore?
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 Chicago to Baltimore?
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 Chicago to Baltimore?
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

11-30

$354

12-01

$205

Today

$171

12-03

$185

12-04

$134

12-05

$115

12-06

$122

12-07

$129

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Baltimore was searched and found on Dec 5, 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 Chicago to Baltimore, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $115 to $354 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 $115 which is on 2025-12-05.