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Bus State College to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus State College to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$165
Average bus trip duration19h 40m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:15 PM
Distance512 miles (825 km)
Latest bus departure7:35 PM

State College to Chicago Buses

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from State College, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:15PM - 7:35PM
Minimum Price$106
Average Ticket Price$165
Minimum Trip Duration19h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration19h40m
Distance512 miles (825 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip State College - Chicago

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Chicago without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

Traveling from State College to Chicago takes about 19h 40m on average, but you can get there in as little as 19h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 513 miles (827 km) that separate the two cities.

State College and Chicago are 513 miles (827 km) apart.

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses from State College to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from State College to Chicago a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 1:15 PM for the initial departure and runs until 7:35 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from State College to Chicago start their journey at State College Bus Station and wind up at Union Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $106.

The bus ticket costs $165 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $106 to $211, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lincoln Park Zoo, Architectural River Cruise, Brookfield Zoo, Navy Pier and Grant Park.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from State College to Chicago. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from State College to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from State College to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from State College to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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