How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Pittsburgh start from $50. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Pittsburgh?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Pittsburgh is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 410 miles (660 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Pittsburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Pittsburgh at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

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

What 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 87387 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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.

Bus Chicago to Pittsburgh from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 40m	7:05pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	11h 5m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	13h 40m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Pittsburgh on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 45m	7:40pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	10h 10m	5:10am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h 50m	12:20am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 5m	3:50am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	11h	7:15am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

409 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $191	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $189	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Pittsburgh?

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

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Pittsburgh recent customer reviews

The bus smelled so bad I fell asleep from wanting to scream

Danita S.

March 21, 2019

Very old bus, friendly staff

Lilian S.

June 9, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,486 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Pittsburgh start from $50. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Pittsburgh?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Pittsburgh is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 410 miles (660 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Pittsburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Pittsburgh at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh?
A bus trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Pittsburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Pittsburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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

11/28

$91

11/29

$114

Today

$173

12/01

$107

12/02

$74

12/03

$57

12/04

$57

12/05

$58

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $57

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 $57 to $280 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 $57 which is on 2025-12-03.