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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to Pittsburgh

Composite routes from Chicago to Pittsburgh

Cheapest
7 h 38 min
Car
739 km.
from $40
Fastest
1 h 24 min
Plane
Other
6 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
657 km.
from $365.77

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$445.65

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$445.65
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Johnstown-Cambria
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.83–$173.91
Train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$70.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$228.26

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.48–$141.30
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
11h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$141.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh is to bus via Chicago which costs $45.65 - $152.17 and takes 12h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $97.83 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Pittsburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Pittsburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

The distance between Chicago and Pittsburgh is 696 km. The road distance is 740 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Pittsburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh without a car is to train which takes 9h 25m and costs $47.83 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Pittsburgh bus from?

Chicago to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Pittsburgh train from?

Chicago to Pittsburgh train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

The best way to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $97.83 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $47.83 - $173.91 and takes 9h 25m, you could also bus via Chicago, which costs $45.65 - $152.17 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Chicago to Pittsburgh bus arrive?

Chicago to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:11 in Chicago and 11:11 in Pittsburgh.

Where does the Chicago to Pittsburgh train arrive?

Chicago to Pittsburgh train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Pittsburgh is 740 km. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Chicago to Pittsburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

Book your Chicago to Pittsburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

Book your Chicago to Pittsburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pittsburgh?

There are 579+ hotels available in Pittsburgh. Prices start at $59.28 per night.
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