How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The cheapest coach tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago start from £43. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Pittsburgh to Chicago is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 407 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Chicago at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

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

A bus journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

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

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

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

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 Pittsburgh to Chicago from £41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:30	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 20m	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	12h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:45	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	11h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	11h 10m	10:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 45m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	12h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 45m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:30	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 20m	09:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:45	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	11h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 45m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:45	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	11h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 45m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Chicago on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 25m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	10h 20m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h	14:35	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	19:45	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	11h 25m	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:40	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 45m	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 9 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 46mAverage duration

409 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£43 - £150	Average duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£41 - £146	Average duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pittsburgh and Chicago?

Stops in Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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B
Sennott Square
201 S Bouquet St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago

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

How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The cheapest coach tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago start from £43. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Pittsburgh to Chicago is 13h 35m, covering a distance of 407 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Chicago at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
A bus journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?
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

26/11

£119

27/11

£69

Today

£69

29/11

£86

30/11

£79

01/12

£68

02/12

£52

03/12

£45

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Chicago was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

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

You can expect to pay from £45 to £175 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-03.