How much is the bus ticket from Johnstown to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Johnstown to Chicago start from $122. The average price for this route is around $144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Johnstown to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Johnstown to Chicago is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 751 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Johnstown to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johnstown to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Johnstown to Chicago at 11:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johnstown to Chicago?

A bus trip from Johnstown to Chicago generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Johnstown to Chicago from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	14h 55m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	15h 25m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	14h 55m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	15h 25m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	14h 55m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	15h 25m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	19h 5m	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 40m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	19h 5m	9:50am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 40m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	14h 55m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	15h 25m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Johnstown to Chicago on February 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	14h 55m	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	15h 25m	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:45pm	Johnstown	17h 15m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:13 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Johnstown to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 15 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

15h 25mAverage Duration

751 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$122 - $272	Average Duration15h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$132 - $297	Average Duration15h 31m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87522 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $122

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Johnstown, PA, US to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Johnstown to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johnstown to Chicago start from $122. The average price for this route is around $144. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johnstown to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Johnstown to Chicago is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 751 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Johnstown to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Johnstown to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Johnstown to Chicago at 11:35am. And the latest bus departs at 3:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johnstown to Chicago?
A bus trip from Johnstown to Chicago generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02-11

$174

02-12

$251

Today

$186

02-14

$189

02-15

$138

02-16

$134

02-17

$181

02-18

$174

The cheapest trip from Johnstown, PA, US to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 with a price of $134

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johnstown, PA, US to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $134 to $251 for a bus ticket from Johnstown, PA, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2026-02-16.