Bus from Chicago to Scranton: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Scranton on December 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
ScrantonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
ScrantonFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
ScrantonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
ScrantonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:02 PM CST.

Get from Chicago to Scranton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
995 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Scranton by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Scranton?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Scranton start from $175. The average price for this route is around $261. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Scranton?

    The average bus travel time from Chicago to Scranton is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 995 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Scranton route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Scranton?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Scranton at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Scranton?

    A bus trip from Chicago to Scranton generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Chicago to Scranton?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Scranton?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Scranton?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Scranton?

    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
12-23
$188
12-24
No data
Today
No data
12-26
$211
12-27
$257
12-28
$199
12-29
$205
12-30
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Scranton was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $188

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

You can expect to pay from $188 to $368 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2025-12-28.

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