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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Scranton | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Scranton | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Scranton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Scranton | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Scranton | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 2025-12-31 CST.
Get from Chicago to Scranton
The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Scranton?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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 Scranton
- A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Scranton 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 Scranton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Scranton start from $176. The average price for this route is around $270. 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 Scranton?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Scranton is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 995 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Scranton route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Scranton?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Scranton at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Scranton?
A bus trip from Chicago to Scranton generates an estimated 25 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 Scranton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Scranton?
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 Scranton?
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 Scranton?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Scranton was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $166To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Scranton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $166 to $266 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2026-01-08.
