Bus Tickets from Baltimore to Chicago

TodayJul 29
TomorrowJul 30
from US$116
ThuJul 31
from US$89
FriAug 1
from US$109
SatAug 2
from US$93
SunAug 3
from US$93
MonAug 4
from US$86
TueAug 5
from US$86

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Baltimore to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$69 - US$336Average Duration20h 30m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$93 - US$559Average Duration1d
88kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Baltimore to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
20h 30mAverage Duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Baltimore to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$92
Average Bus Trip Duration20h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance974 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Baltimore to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Baltimore - Chicago

  1. What is the travel distance from Baltimore to Chicago?

    The distance between Baltimore and Chicago is approximately 976 km (605 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Baltimore to Chicago?

    Buses departing from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station in Baltimore will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$115
07-28
US$203
Today
US$105
07-30
US$108
07-31
US$85
08-01
US$102
08-02
US$85
08-03
US$85
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Baltimore to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of US$85

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$85 to US$283 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$85 which is on 2025-07-31.

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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Baltimore to Chicago will emit less CO2 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?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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