Find coaches from Chicago to Baltimore

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Baltimore on 5 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Baltimore Downtown Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Baltimore

Bus
Average priceUS$63 - US$236Average duration20h 5m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$101 - US$422Average duration21h 2m
88kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Baltimore

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
20h 5mAverage duration
US$63Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Baltimore: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration20h 5m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure05:45
Distance604 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Baltimore Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Chicago to Baltimore is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Baltimore from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Baltimore

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Baltimore by coach?

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

  2. How can I travel from Chicago to Baltimore avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$161
01/09
US$143
Today
US$93
03/09
US$122
04/09
US$90
05/09
US$89
06/09
US$82
07/09
US$85
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Baltimore was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$82

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

You can expect to pay from US$82 to US$232 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$82, which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Baltimore.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Baltimore, 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 Chicago to Baltimore.

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

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Baltimore?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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