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Compare all timetables for the bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago

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

today
from $55
tomorrow
from $64
Thursday
from $65
Friday
Saturday
from $65
Sunday
from $68
Monday
from $67

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 15m 1:15 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $55
Greyhound US 13h 0m 1:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:35 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $55
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $55
FlixBus 10h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $65
FlixBus 9h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $66

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 12h 25m 7:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
Greyhound US 9h 55m 1:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 11:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
FlixBus 10h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
FlixBus 9h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $65
Greyhound US 12h 25m 7:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $68

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $65
Greyhound US 13h 15m 1:15 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $66
Greyhound US 12h 25m 7:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70
FlixBus 10h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 9h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $101

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $65
Greyhound US 13h 15m 1:15 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $66
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $69
FlixBus 10h 40m 7:30 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70
FlixBus 10h 40m 7:30 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $74

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 15m 1:15 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $68
Greyhound US 12h 25m 7:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $68
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $68
FlixBus 10h 40m 7:30 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $68
FlixBus 10h 40m 7:30 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 15m 1:15 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 2:30 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $67
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $67
Greyhound US 11h 25m 8:40 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $69
FlixBus 10h 40m 7:30 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70
FlixBus 10h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $70

Frequency of bus connections between Pittsburgh and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Pittsburgh and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Pittsburgh and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 55 buses from Pittsburgh to Chicago, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Pittsburgh and Chicago, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 25 times every day by bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago starting from $55!

Cheapest Bus $55
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Bus 1:15 AM
Latest Bus 7:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 25 Ø
Distance 409.7 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Every day, 25 buses from 2 bus companies leave Pittsburgh for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/29/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/27
Monday 07/28
Tuesday 07/29
$71
Wednesday 07/30
$64
Thursday 07/31
$65
Friday 08/01
Saturday 08/02
$80
Sunday 08/03
$68
Monday 08/04
$67
Tuesday 08/05
Wednesday 08/06
$65
Thursday 08/07
Friday 08/08
Saturday 08/09
Sunday 08/10
Monday 08/11
$65
Tuesday 08/12
$53
Wednesday 08/13
$62
Thursday 08/14
$68
Friday 08/15
Saturday 08/16
$65
Sunday 08/17
Monday 08/18
$66
Tuesday 08/19
Wednesday 08/20
$64
Thursday 08/21
Friday 08/22
$65
Saturday 08/23

The cheapest time to travel from Pittsburgh to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $55, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $68.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago, with $55. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $64.

How to save money travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Pittsburgh to Chicago

These are the most booked bus companies between Pittsburgh to Chicago from our users.

Greyhound US from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Pittsburgh to Chicago:

Cheapest Price $55
Fastest Bus 9h 55m
Earliest Bus 1:15 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 21 Ø
Found on 7/26/2025

All bus stations and stops in Pittsburgh and Chicago

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Pittsburgh to Chicago? Compare all modes of transports from Pittsburgh to Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago

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

FAQs about the Pittsburgh to Chicago bus

How much does a Pittsburgh Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $55 and takes 13h 15m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $55 and $141. 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Pittsburgh to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 25 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 9h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $68. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Pittsburgh starts at 1:15 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Pittsburgh for Chicago starts at 7:45 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 Pittsburgh Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Pittsburgh to Chicago

Economy
Economy

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

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