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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
$79
tomorrow
$86
Sunday
$78
Monday
$121
Tuesday
Wednesday
$79
Thursday
$97

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 $79
Greyhound US 21h 20m 11:45 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 18h 30m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $90
FlixBus 33h 25m 11:25 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 7:50 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $93

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 $86
Greyhound US 21h 20m 11:45 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $86
Greyhound US 20h 50m 3:45 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $102
FlixBus 34h 30m 10:30 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $121

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

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 $78
Greyhound US 21h 20m 11:45 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $82
Greyhound US 30h 15m 2:50 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $105
FlixBus 34h 30m 10:30 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $105

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 22h 5m 4:20 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
Greyhound US 23h 40m 11:45 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 10:25 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $121
Greyhound US 20h 15m 3:45 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:00 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $130
  • Did you know that if you travel from Baltimore, MD to Chicago via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      28h 45m
      0
      4:20 PM
      Baltimore, MD
      Downtown Bus Station
      11:35 PM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $38
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • Busbud
      13h 25m
      0
      7:40 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      8:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $57
    Travel time is 9h 30m longer, but you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 19h 0m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $79
Greyhound US 20h 50m 12:10 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $80
Greyhound US 24h 20m 2:50 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 2:10 PM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $80
FlixBus 34h 30m 10:30 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren  Economy $83

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

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 $97
Greyhound US 21h 20m 11:45 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $97
FlixBus 34h 30m 10:30 PM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 8:00 AM Chicago Union Station  Economy $113
Greyhound US 20h 50m 3:45 AM Baltimore, MD Downtown Bus Station 11:35 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $117

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago is $78 on 12/7/2025. 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Baltimore, MD and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 53 buses from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Baltimore, MD and Chicago, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Baltimore, MD to Chicago starting from $78!

Cheapest Bus $78
Fastest Bus 17h 30m
Earliest Bus 3:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 17 Ø
Distance 605.3 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Baltimore, MD to Chicago

Every day, 17 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 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$136
Saturday 12/06
$86
Sunday 12/07
$82
Monday 12/08
$121
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
$131
Thursday 12/11
$139
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
$89
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
$87
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
$93
Saturday 12/20
$96
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

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 $78, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Baltimore, MD to Chicago. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $97.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Baltimore, MD to Chicago, with $78. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $82.

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 $78
Fastest Bus 17h 30m
Earliest Bus 3:45 AM
Last Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 12/3/2025

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 $78 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 $78 and $162. 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 17 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 $90. 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 3:45 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 11:45 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.

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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