- Must visit
The Walters Art Museum
Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian art in Mount Vernon.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 10 buses that leave Pittsburgh, PA for Baltimore, MD on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 316 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.


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FlixBus


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $329 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $118 (€97).
A bus is $269 (€220) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $329 (€269).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Train takes on average 8h 27m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $78 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 5h 55m versus 3h 48m 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, FlixBus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:56PM | Duration 11h41 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 7h05 | 1:55 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 9h05 | 6:50 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 6h30 | 8:00 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 1:35 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 8h55 | 10:30 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 6h15 | 12:45 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 5h45 | 2:15 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8690 AMTRAK · 672 Keystone Service · 135 Northeast Regional | 9:15 AM Pittsburgh, PA | 11h41 | 8:56 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 2 transfers | |
8690 AMTRAK · 672 Keystone Service+ 2257 Acela | 9:15 AM Pittsburgh, PA | 11h13 | 8:28 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Pittsburgh, Greyhound Bus Station, PA | 6h15 | 6:00 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pittsburgh, PA to Baltimore, MD run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian art in Mount Vernon.
Leading art museum known for its Cone Collection, contemporary works, and sculpture garden near Johns Hopkins.
Distinctive museum dedicated to self-taught artists, with imaginative exhibitions and a whimsical outdoor setting.
Baltimore's best-known waterfront district with promenades, harbor views, museums, and easy access to major attractions.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for cobblestone streets, maritime character, and lively local atmosphere.
Popular hilltop park with one of the city's classic skyline and harbor viewpoints, especially photogenic at sunset.
Broiled or lightly fried cakes made with sweet blue crab meat and minimal filler. They are one of Baltimore’s signature foods and a classic Chesapeake Bay specialty.
Whole blue crabs steamed and coated with a bold spice blend, often eaten communally at crab houses. This is a defining Baltimore seafood tradition.
Baltimore barbecue specialty of charcoal-grilled roast beef sliced thin and served on a roll, often with raw onion and horseradish or tiger sauce.
Classic upscale steakhouse with old-school service, live music, and a refined atmosphere. A Baltimore institution for fine dining and cocktails.
Historic Lexington Market seafood counter famous for jumbo lump crab cakes. Casual, bustling, and one of the city’s most iconic food stops.
Popular local cafe known for elevated Chesapeake-inspired brunch dishes, crab specials, and friendly, lively service.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels and dining vary by area; seafood and downtown spots cost more.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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