The cheapest and fastest buses from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
496 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 7 buses that leave Baltimore, MD for Cleveland, OH on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 496 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:20 PM10h40Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)3:00 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$881One-way0 transfers
12:35 AM11h20Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$951One-way0 transfers
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undefined · undefined11:25 PM12h00Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1161One-way2 transfers
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11:25 PM12h30Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1181One-way1 transfer
undefined · undefined · undefined12:25 AM11h00Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1201One-way2 transfers
4:20 PM10h40Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)3:00 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$881One-way0 transfers
undefined · undefined · undefined12:25 AM11h00Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1201One-way2 transfers
12:35 AM11h20Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$951One-way0 transfers
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undefined · undefined11:25 PM12h00Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1161One-way2 transfers
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11:25 PM12h30Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)11:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 308 miles (496 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $306 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH:
A bus is $94 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH costing on average $178 (€142).
A bus is $221 (€176) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH costing on average $306 (€244).
Other travel options to Cleveland, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 28m.
Train takes on average 12h 25m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€68) compared to roughly $122 (€97) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37 (€29). The journey takes 8h 28m versus 5h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
+ FlixBus | 6:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 12h55 | 7:20 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 11:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 12h30 | 11:55 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 11:25 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 12h00 | 11:25 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:25 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 11h00 | 11:25 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 11h20 | 11:55 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 3:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 13h15 | 4:15 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 10h40 | 3:00 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH
Buses from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 308 miles (496 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 308 miles (496 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OHYou can travel by bus between Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH with Greyhound for as low as $55 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Cleveland, OH by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cleveland, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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