4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
17 h 45 m
Average duration
19 h 3 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
974 km
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 $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 8 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Baltimore, MD on Sun, May 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 974 km distance in an average of 19 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 20 h 25 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.
· · 11:35 PM27h00Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station3:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1181One-way2 transfers
FlixBus+12:25 PM20h25Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station9:50 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1191One-way1 transfer- FlixBus+7:15 PM18h00Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station2:15 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1281One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 AM19h35Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station3:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+ · 11:30 AM19h30Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station8:00 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1361One-way2 transfers
- 6:00 PM17h45Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station12:45 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1391One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+7:15 PM18h00Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station2:15 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1281One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus+ · 11:30 AM19h30Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station8:00 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1361One-way2 transfers
- 7:00 AM19h35Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station3:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1351One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+12:25 PM20h25Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station9:50 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)$1191One-way1 transfer
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 $84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. 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 $84, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 605 miles (974 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price Cheapest | $231 Average price | $274 Average price | $244 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD costing on average $231 (€187).
A bus is $133 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD costing on average $274 (€222).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 55m.
Train takes on average 19h 20m.
Tickets start at around $141 (€114) compared to roughly $244 (€198) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€84). The journey takes 17h 55m versus 10h 41m 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.
Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $236 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $206 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 17h45 | 12:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+ | 7:15 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 18h00 | 2:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 11:10 PM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 27h25 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| · · | 11:35 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 27h00 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 19h35 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| · · | 10:15 AM Chicago, Union Station (Amtrak), IL | 20h45 | 8:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · | 11:30 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 19h30 | 8:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ | 12:25 PM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 20h25 | 9:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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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 6 times per day, taking around 17h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $77 (€62) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 605 miles (974 km) distance in 17h 40m.
Distance 605 miles (974 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 40m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MDYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $77 (€62). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Fort McHenry National Monument, a historic site known for its role in the War of 1812 and birthplace of the U.S. national anthem
- National Aquarium, a renowned facility featuring diverse marine life exhibits and conservation programs
- Baltimore Museum of Art, home to an extensive collection of 19th-century, modern, and contemporary art
- Inner Harbor, a vibrant waterfront area with shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center
- American Visionary Art Museum, showcasing unique and innovative works by self-taught artists.
- Walk through Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques
- Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, a large urban park offering beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda
- Attend a performance at the Hippodrome Theatre, a beautifully restored venue hosting Broadway shows and concerts
- Visit the Maryland Zoo, home to a wide variety of animals and engaging exhibits
- Explore the Walters Art Museum, featuring a diverse collection of art from around the world.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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