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Trip Overview

The average bus between Kentucky and Northwestern University takes 9h 36m and the fastest bus takes 7h 47m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kentucky to Northwestern University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 36m
Duration
330 mi
Distance
$58
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Kentucky to Northwestern University bus times

Buses run twice daily between Kentucky and Northwestern University. The earliest departure is at 2:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Kentucky is at 8:00 AM which arrives into Northwestern University at 5:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 9h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)22h 15m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 47m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 47m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 47m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 47m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 47m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)7h 52m • 3 changes
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    Amtrak ThruwayChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)9h 6m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 330.2 mi
  • Duration: 9h 36m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–60 and the journey takes 6h.

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