What is the cheapest way to get from Arlington to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Arlington to Chicago is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arlington to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Arlington to Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Arlington and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Arlington to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Oglesby and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Arlington and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Arlington station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Mendota Station and arriving at Chicago Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Arlington to Chicago?

The distance between Arlington and Chicago is 94 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

How do I travel from Arlington to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Arlington to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Arlington to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Arlington to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arlington to Chicago bus from?

Arlington to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oglesby station.

Where do I catch the Arlington to Chicago train from?

Arlington to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mendota Station.

Train or bus from Arlington to Chicago?

The best way to get from Arlington to Chicago is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Arlington to Chicago bus arrive?

Arlington to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Arlington to Chicago train arrive?

Arlington to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Arlington to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Arlington to Chicago is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Arlington to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Chicago.

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There are 3 ways to get from Arlington to Chicago by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2h 25m
$63–99
Drive 96.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arlington to Chicagocar 96.7 mi
2h 21m
$18–26
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
4h 46m
$72–103

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Arlington, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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