Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD bus with Greyhound

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$145

Average price

$163

Fastest journey

21 h 30 m

Average duration

22 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

974 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Jul 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 974 km distance in an average of 22 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 30 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 1 d 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.

Greyhound
04:00PM24h00
Chicago, IL
04:00PMBaltimore, MD
$1451One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
12:20PM21h30
Chicago, IL
09:50AMBaltimore, MD
$1801One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €73, and a train costs an average of €99.

Distance: 604 miles (973 km)

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Flight

€89

Average price

Cheapest

€182

Average price

€181

Average price

18h 5m

Average total duration

17h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

22h 15m

Average total duration

21h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 54m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

1.0 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.9 - 5.8kg

CO2 emissions

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Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
01:20AM
Duration
17h25
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$135
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
26h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$120
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
21h15
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$119
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
02:15PM
Duration
18h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$129
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
19h15
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$116

Live departures

Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 16
Last updated at 3:34 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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greyhoundundefined · undefined+meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:45 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
21h15
5:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)2 transfers
Thursday, July 17
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus+greyhound12:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
18h00
6:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)1 transfer
greyhound4:15 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station
19h15
11:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD

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Buses from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
604 miles (973 km)
Average bus duration
17h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$90 (€73)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
17h 25m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Popular bus stations from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD

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Baltimore
The major bus station for departures in Chicago is Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station for your trip from Chicago to Baltimore.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Baltimore is Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) for your trip to Baltimore from Chicago.
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