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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac is to bus via Detroit which costs $45 - $75 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $50 - $75.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Pontiac is 304 miles. The road distance is 284.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $80 - $220.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station takes 6h 11m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $80 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Pontiac bus arrive?

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

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

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Chicago Union Station. It is currently 5:24 AM in Chicago Union Station and 6:24 AM in Pontiac.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Pontiac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Pontiac is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac?

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Where can I stay near Pontiac?

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Chicago Union Station to Pontiac - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
6h 11m
$80–220
Bus via Detroit
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Downtown Pontiacbus 462
8h 18m
$45–74
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 11m
$70–110
Drive 282.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Pontiaccar 282.8 mi
4h 48m
$52–75
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Pontiacbus
5h 20m
$80–331
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 3m
$144–490
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 27m
$144–680
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mbs International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)plane ORD - MBS
2. Take the bus from Bay City to Pontiacbus
6h 58m
$76–330
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit, train
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 38m
$76–441

Chicago Union Station to Pontiac by train (Amtrak)

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–220 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station twice a week. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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