Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | State College Arpt (E) | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | |||||
| State College Arpt (E) | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Fastest | |||||
 | N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | State College Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | |||||
 | State College Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:10 PM EST.
Get from State College to Chicago
The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in State College and Chicago?
Stops in State College
- A445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from State College to Chicago by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from State College to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Chicago start at R 1 181. The average price for this route is around R 1 939. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from State College to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from State College to Chicago is 18h 50m, covering a distance of 822 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the State College to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Chicago at 10:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Chicago?
A bus trip from State College to Chicago produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from State College to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from State College to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from State College to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from State College to Chicago was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 195To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Chicago as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 195 to R 6 867 for a bus ticket from State College to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 246, which is on 2026-01-15.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
