How can I travel from Boston to Pittsburgh without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Pittsburgh. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Pittsburgh from Boston by bus?

The travel time from Boston to Pittsburgh is about 15h 15m, although the fastest bus will take 13h 15m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 481 miles (776 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Boston to Pittsburgh?

About 481 miles (776 km) separate Boston and Pittsburgh.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The majority of buses traveling from Boston to Pittsburgh start their journey at South Station and wind up at Intermodal Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $58.

How much are the bus tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Boston to Pittsburgh is $80. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $58 to $212, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Boston (MA), US to Pittsburgh Bus Tickets

Bus Boston to Pittsburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$80

Average bus trip duration15h 15m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance477 miles (769 km)

Latest bus departure8:55pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Boston Pittsburgh recent customer reviews

All my buses were 2+ hrs late on their departure and no clear explanation was given to us and no next rescheduling was offered on time.

Alice Ghislaine M.

May 6, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Boston to Pittsburgh Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Pittsburgh?

Stops in Boston

A - South Station

B - Back Bay Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Pittsburgh

A - Intermodal Station

B - Sennott Square

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston - Pittsburgh

How can I travel from Boston to Pittsburgh without flying?
How long does it take to get to Pittsburgh from Boston by bus?
What is the travel distance from Boston to Pittsburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Pittsburgh?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Boston to Pittsburgh?
How much are the bus tickets from Boston to Pittsburgh?

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

Best price found

04/21

$144

04/22

$103

Today

$103

04/24

$71

04/25

$79

04/26

$81

04/27

$87

04/28

$73

The cheapest trip from Boston to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Apr 24, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $196 for a bus ticket from Boston to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-04-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Boston and Pittsburgh!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to Pittsburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Boston to Pittsburgh will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to Pittsburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston to Pittsburgh?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 15m	Avg Price$80	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time16h 58m	Avg Price$190	Daily Departures5

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