Bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Pittsburgh on 22 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Pittsburgh Intermodal StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:49 CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
12h 35mAverage duration
408 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average pricePEN 187 - PEN 775Average duration12h 35m
16kg CO₂e
Average pricePEN 183 - PEN 672Average duration9h 25m
60kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Pittsburgh start from PEN 187. The average price for this route is around PEN 244. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    The average bus journey time from Chicago to Pittsburgh is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 408 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Pittsburgh route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Pittsburgh at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    A bus journey from Chicago to Pittsburgh produces an estimated 16.43705 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    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 87532 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    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
19/04
PEN 377
20/04
PEN 279
Today
PEN 289
22/04
PEN 261
23/04
PEN 226
24/04
PEN 226
25/04
PEN 212
26/04
PEN 233
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 25 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 212

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 212 to PEN 543 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 212, which is on 2026-04-25.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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