How much does a bus ticket from Baltimore to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from Baltimore to Chicago starts at US$67. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Baltimore to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Baltimore to Chicago?

The average travel time between Baltimore and Chicago is around 23h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 976 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Baltimore and Chicago?

The number of buses from Baltimore to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Baltimore to Chicago?

When taking the bus from Baltimore to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Baltimore to Chicago?

Buses travelling between Baltimore and Chicago leave from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station or Penn Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Bus Baltimore to Chicago from US$67 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Baltimore to Chicago on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:20	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:45	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 40m	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Baltimore to Chicago on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:25	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	1d 9h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	16:20	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:45	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baltimore to Chicago on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:45	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	23h 40m	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	16:20	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:45	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Baltimore to Chicago on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:20	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 40m	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 30m	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	19h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	23:45	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	21h 20m	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	12:10	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	20h 40m	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

23h 40mAverage duration

969 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$67 - US$289	Average duration23h 40m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$89 - US$1 552	Average duration22h 16m	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Bus Baltimore to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$98

Average bus trip duration23h 40m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure03:45

Distance968 km

Latest bus departure23:45

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87344 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$67

Greyhound Baltimore Chicago recent customer reviews

I don’t understand why make two stops for more than one hour at night and force me to leave the bus

Illia S.

26 September 2019

Good but smells bad from inside. Make seats little more comfortable

Arshdeep Singh B.

7 August 2019

Very late

Muzzamil Hussain S.

27 October 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Baltimore to Chicago Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Baltimore and Chicago?

Stops in Baltimore

A - Baltimore Downtown Bus Station

B - Penn Station

C - Baltimore Airport

D - Maryland Ave & I-83

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions on the trip Baltimore - Chicago

How much does a bus ticket from Baltimore to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from Baltimore to Chicago starts at US$67. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Baltimore to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Baltimore to Chicago?
The average travel time between Baltimore and Chicago is around 23h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 976 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Baltimore and Chicago?
The number of buses from Baltimore to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Baltimore to Chicago?
When taking the bus from Baltimore to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Baltimore to Chicago?
Buses travelling between Baltimore and Chicago leave from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station or Penn Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Polk St & Canal St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$122

30/10

US$122

Today

US$119

01/11

US$77

02/11

US$114

03/11

US$71

04/11

US$67

05/11

US$80

The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Chicago was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$67

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

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$246 for a bus ticket from Baltimore to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Baltimore and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Baltimore to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Baltimore to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Baltimore to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time23h 40m	Avg priceUS$98	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time22h 16m	Avg priceUS$172	Daily departures12

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