Chicago to Pittsburgh by bus
Pittsburgh lies 660 km (410 mi) east of Chicago, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 5 min including stops, over roughly 805 km (500 mi) of road.
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| Chicago | Pittsburgh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 304,391 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 239 m (784 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 15201–15295 |
Clocks in Pittsburgh are 1 h ahead of Chicago right now, so a 12 h 5 min journey lands 13 h 5 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Pittsburgh from Chicago?
660 km (410 mi) in a straight line, east of Chicago; by road roughly 805 km (500 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Pittsburgh by bus?
About 12 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/New_York against America/Chicago).
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.