Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | State College Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | State College Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | State College Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | State College Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | State College Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
Get from State College to Chicago
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in State College and Chicago?
Stops in State College
- A445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from State College 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 State College to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Chicago start from $100. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 State College to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from State College to Chicago is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 822 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the State College to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from State College to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Chicago at 10:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Chicago?
A bus trip from State College to Chicago generates an estimated 21 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 State College to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from State College 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 State College to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 State College to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $603 for a bus ticket from State College to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $198 which is on 2025-12-08.
