Find coaches from State College to Chicago

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Next departures from State College to Chicago on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		State College Arpt (E)
    		Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
    FlixBus
      		State College Arpt (E)
      		Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest
      Amtrak
        		N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal
        		Chicago (Union Station), ILNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
          		State College Bus Station
          		Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc.
            		State College Bus Station
            		Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags

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            Get from State College to Chicago

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            8bus per day
            21h 10mAverage duration
            822 kmDistance
            21kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus State College to Chicago: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$130
            Average bus trip duration21h 10m
            Number of daily buses8
            Earliest bus departure09:25
            Distance822 km
            Latest bus departure16:25

            State College to Chicago Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip State College - Chicago

            1. How much does a bus ticket from State College to Chicago cost?

              The bus ticket price from State College to Chicago starts at US$69. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from State College to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from State College to Chicago?

              The average travel time between State College and Chicago is around 21h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 827 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between State College and Chicago?

              The number of buses from State College to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from State College to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from State College to Chicago?

              When taking the bus from State College to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$97
            01/11
            US$83
            Today
            US$94
            03/11
            US$81
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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from State College to Chicago was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$81

            To 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 US$81 to US$392 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 US$81, which is on 2025-11-03.

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            Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from State College to Chicago.

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            Did you know?

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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