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Today30 Jul
from US$142
Tomorrow31 Jul
from US$89
Fri1 Aug
from US$109
Sat2 Aug
from US$93
Sun3 Aug
from US$93
Mon4 Aug
from US$86
Tue5 Aug
from US$86
Wed6 Aug
from US$86

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Baltimore
    Departure location: Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 departure01:00
Distance604 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Baltimore to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Baltimore - Chicago

  1. How far is Chicago from Baltimore by coach?

    The journey from Baltimore to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 605 miles (976 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chicago from Baltimore without flying?

    To travel from Baltimore to Chicago without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/07
US$203
29/07
US$105
Today
US$108
31/07
US$85
01/08
US$102
02/08
US$85
03/08
US$85
04/08
US$78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Baltimore to Chicago was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$78

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$78 to US$210 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$78, which is on 2025-08-04.

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Baltimore to Chicago will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less 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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Bus from Baltimore to Chicago

You can also go to Chicago by train

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