What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 44m and costs $110 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station station to Clarkston station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Union Station station to Clarkston station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Clarkston is 269 miles. The road distance is 281.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $130 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Clarkston bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Clarkston bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Clarkston train from?

Chicago Union Station to Clarkston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $130 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $210 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Clarkston bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Clarkston bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pontiac Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Union Station and Clarkston?

Clarkston is 1h ahead of Chicago Union Station. It is currently 12:12 PM in Chicago Union Station and 1:12 PM in Clarkston.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Clarkston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Clarkston is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston.

Where can I stay near Clarkston?

There are 81+ hotels available in Clarkston.

Chicago Union Station to Clarkston - 7 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Clarkston by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, bus, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the taxi from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Clarkstontaxi
3h 44m
$118–380
Drive 279.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Clarkstoncar 279.7 mi
4h 50m
$51–74
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
6h 28m
$139–253
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 28m
$149–201
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, bus
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Baldwin & Woodlakebus
6h 18m
$176–519
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Baldwin & Woodlakebus
6h 47m
$186–709
Bus via Detroit
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Great Lakes Crossingbus 462
8h 45m
$80–133

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) flights

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Clarkston, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–200 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station twice a week. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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