Moving from Chicago, IL to Pittsburgh, PA
Your Complete Guide
532
Miles
9.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-90 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Chicago, IL
Pittsburgh, PA
Cost of Living Index
107
89
Median Home Price
$315,000
$210,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,700/mo
$1,100/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$145
$140
Grocery Index
102
98
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 532-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Chicago, IL and Pittsburgh, PA.
Milwaukee, WI
A Great Lakes city famous for its brewing heritage and lakefront festivals. Known as Brew City with a revitalized downtown and Third Ward.
Brewing heritage, Summerfest, and lakefront dining
Grand Rapids, MI
A West Michigan city known as Beer City USA with a vibrant arts and craft brewery scene. Home to ArtPrize, the world's largest art competition.
Craft breweries, ArtPrize, and Frederik Meijer Gardens
State Transition Guide: Illinois → Pennsylvania
Moving from Illinois to Pennsylvania? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 60 days of establishing residency in Pennsylvania
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 20 days in Pennsylvania
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Pennsylvania
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- State-controlled liquor stores (Fine Wine & Good Spirits)
- Philadelphia wage tax applies to all who work in the city
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 532 miles via I-90 East, taking about 9.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.