How much is the bus ticket from State College to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Chicago start from $71. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 trip duration from State College to Chicago is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 510 miles (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?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

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 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.

Bus State College to Chicago from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for State College to Chicago on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:25am	State College Arpt (E)	1d	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	1:25pm	N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal	20h 20m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
	1:25pm	N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal	20h 20m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	1:50pm	State College Bus Station	21h 10m	10:00am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:25am	State College Arpt (E)	23h	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:54 AM EST.

Get from State College to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

17h 45mAverage Duration

510 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in State College and Chicago?

Stops in State College

A
State College Bus Station
445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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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

3.5/587,419 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,549 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.

Amtrak

4/55,629 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $71. The average price for this route is around $129. 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 trip duration from State College to Chicago is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 510 miles (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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from State College to Chicago?
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 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.

Best price found

12/05

$81

12/06

$146

Today

$78

12/08

$139

12/09

No data

12/10

No data

12/11

No data

12/12

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The cheapest trip from State College to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $78

To 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 $78 to $425 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 $139 which is on 2025-12-08.