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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
$55
tomorrow
$64
Monday
$57
Tuesday
$72
Wednesday
Thursday
$53
Friday
$60

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $55
FlixBus 11h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 12h 55m 7:00 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
Greyhound US 12h 15m 8:50 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $65
Greyhound US 15h 45m 8:50 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $71

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 5m 12:55 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $64
FlixBus 11h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $66
Greyhound US 13h 0m 1:25 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $72
FlixBus 10h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $82

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 5m 12:55 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $57
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $57
FlixBus 11h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
Greyhound US 12h 15m 8:50 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $65
FlixBus 10h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $72

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 15h 45m 8:50 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 11:35 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $72
Greyhound US 14h 50m 8:00 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 9:50 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $77
Greyhound US 12h 50m 1:25 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 1:15 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $90
  • Did you know that if you travel from Pittsburgh to Chicago via Cleveland, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      12h 15m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      11:25 AM
      Cleveland
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      9h 30m
      0
      11:35 AM
      Cleveland
      Greyhound Bus Station
      8:05 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $53
Greyhound US 10h 5m 12:55 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $54
FlixBus 11h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 12h 15m 8:50 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 12h 55m 7:00 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:55 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $63

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 10h 5m 12:55 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 10:00 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
Greyhound US 13h 0m 1:25 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 1:25 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
Greyhound US 12h 30m 8:35 AM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 8:05 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 11h 25m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 6:10 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station  Economy $60
FlixBus 10h 55m 7:45 PM Pittsburgh Grant Street Transportation Center 5:40 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station  Economy $86

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.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily buses from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Pittsburgh and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 33 buses from Pittsburgh to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Pittsburgh and Chicago, with 22 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/29/2026 costs just $53, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 13 times every day by bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Chicago starting from $53!

Cheapest Bus $53
Fastest Bus 9h 5m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 409.7 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Every day, 13 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 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
$55
Sunday 07/26
$64
Monday 07/27
$57
Tuesday 07/28
Wednesday 07/29
$53
Thursday 07/30
$59
Friday 07/31
$60
Saturday 08/01
$57
Sunday 08/02
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
$55
Wednesday 08/05
$54
Thursday 08/06
$57
Friday 08/07
Saturday 08/08
$65
Sunday 08/09
$73
Monday 08/10
$61
Tuesday 08/11
$68
Wednesday 08/12
$60
Thursday 08/13
$59
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

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 $53, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $64.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Chicago, with $53. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $58.

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 $53
Fastest Bus 9h 5m
Earliest Bus 8:35 AM
Last Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 6/30/2026

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.

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 $53 and takes 11h 30m 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 $53 and $113. 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 13 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 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. 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 7:00 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 8:00 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.

More bus routes to Pittsburgh and to Chicago

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