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Compare all timetables for the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Baltimore, MD to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$82
tomorrow
$82
Monday
$73
Tuesday
$73
Wednesday
$90
Thursday
Friday
$86

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 20h 30m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85
Greyhound US 24h 0m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 21h 40m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $110

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 20h 30m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $85
Greyhound US 33h 0m 3:50 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:50 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $118
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 21h 40m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $124
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      20h 30m
      0
      12:35 AM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      2:35 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      18h 25m
      0
      2:40 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
Greyhound US 20h 30m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 18h 30m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 21h 40m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $101
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      23h 35m
      0
      11:25 AM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:10 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      16h 30m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is 6h 5m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $73
Greyhound US 20h 30m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $75
Greyhound US 19h 0m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $88
FlixBus 21h 40m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $89
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $99
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      23h 35m
      0
      11:25 AM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:10 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      16h 30m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is 5h 55m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $90
Greyhound US 24h 0m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $91
Greyhound US 18h 30m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $91
Greyhound US 22h 5m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $91
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      23h 35m
      0
      11:25 AM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:10 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      16h 30m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is 6h 5m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 18h 40m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $86
Greyhound US 20h 30m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $88
Greyhound US 24h 0m 12:35 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $95
FlixBus 25h 10m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 21h 40m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $100
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      23h 35m
      0
      11:25 AM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:10 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 6h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      16h 30m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      10:00 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is 5h 55m longer, but you will save $29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago is $73 on 3/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Baltimore, MD and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Baltimore, MD and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Baltimore, MD and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 67 buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Baltimore, MD and Chicago, with 15 offers.

Facts about the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 21 times every day by bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to Chicago starting from $73!

Cheapest Bus $73
Fastest Bus 17h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:35 AM
Latest Bus 11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 21 Ø
Distance 605.3 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Every day, 21 buses from 2 bus companies leave Baltimore, MD for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/21/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/15
Monday 03/16
Tuesday 03/17
Wednesday 03/18
Thursday 03/19
Friday 03/20
Saturday 03/21
$86
Sunday 03/22
$82
Monday 03/23
$73
Tuesday 03/24
$73
Wednesday 03/25
$90
Thursday 03/26
Friday 03/27
$86
Saturday 03/28
Sunday 03/29
$92
Monday 03/30
Tuesday 03/31
Wednesday 04/01
$90
Thursday 04/02
$85
Friday 04/03
$82
Saturday 04/04
$85
Sunday 04/05
Monday 04/06
$84
Tuesday 04/07
$77
Wednesday 04/08
$79
Thursday 04/09
$73
Friday 04/10
$77
Saturday 04/11

The cheapest time to travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $73, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $82.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, with $71. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $90.

How to save money travelling from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Baltimore, MD to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Baltimore, MD to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Baltimore, MD to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $73
Fastest Bus 17h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:35 AM
Last Bus 6:25 PM
Daily Connections 17 Ø
Found on 3/17/2026

All bus stations and stops in Baltimore, MD and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Baltimore, MD and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Baltimore, MD to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Baltimore, MD to Chicago bus

How much does a Baltimore, MD Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $73 and takes 17h 40m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $73 and $144. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Baltimore, MD to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Baltimore, MD to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 21 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Baltimore, MD to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 17h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $109. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Baltimore, MD starts at 12:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Baltimore, MD for Chicago starts at 11:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Baltimore, MD Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Baltimore, MD and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Baltimore, MD and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Baltimore, MD to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Baltimore, MD Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Baltimore, MD Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Baltimore, MD to Chicago?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 21 daily trips between Baltimore, MD and Chicago. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Baltimore, MD to Chicago?

Prices and availability for 21 trips between Baltimore, MD and Chicago change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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