Chicago to Baltimore by bus
Baltimore lies 974 km (605 mi) east of Chicago, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 43 min including stops, over roughly 1,188 km (738 mi) of road.
| Chicago | Baltimore | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 585,708 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 21201–21298 |
Clocks in Baltimore are 1 h ahead of Chicago right now, so a 17 h 43 min journey lands 18 h 43 min later by the destination clock.
Where to book buses from Chicago to Baltimore
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Staying in Baltimore
Our booking partner lists 257 places to stay in Baltimore. Of the 165 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (87), and 5 are five-star. Across 77 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 66,519 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Baltimore from Chicago?
974 km (605 mi) in a straight line, east of Chicago; by road roughly 1,188 km (738 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Baltimore by bus?
About 17 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Baltimore?
Baltimore is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
Where can I stay in Baltimore?
Our booking partner lists 257 places to stay in Baltimore, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.