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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Alpine is to drive which costs $240 - $360 and takes 23h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Alpine is to fly and bus which takes 11h 16m and costs $170 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Alpine?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Alpine. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at Alpine via 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Chicago, Dallas and Odessa, TX. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Alpine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Alpine Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 44h 21m.

How far is it from Chicago to Alpine?

The distance between Chicago and Alpine is 1243 miles. The road distance is 1374.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Alpine without a car is to bus which takes 32h 46m and costs $270 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 11h 16m to get from Chicago to Alpine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Alpine bus from?

Chicago to Alpine bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Alpine train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Alpine?

The best way to get from Chicago to Alpine is to bus which takes 32h 46m and costs $270 - $460. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 44h 21m.

Where does the Chicago to Alpine bus arrive?

Chicago to Alpine bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Dallas Jefferson station.

Where does the Chicago to Alpine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Alpine?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Alpine is 1375 miles. It takes approximately 23h 46m to drive from Chicago to Alpine.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Alpine?

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Where can I stay near Alpine?

There are 35+ hotels available in Alpine.

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Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Midland International Airport (MAF)plane MDW - MAF
2. Take the bus from Midland/Odessa Airport to Alpinebus
11h 16m
$174–664
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Midland International Airport (MAF)plane ORD - MAF
2. Take the bus from Midland/Odessa Airport to Alpinebus
11h 38m
$144–524
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Dallas Jeffersonbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas to Midlandbus
3. Take the bus from Odessa, TX to Alpinebus
32h 46m
$270–452
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Alpine Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle
44h 21m
$550–1,200
Drive 1,366.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Alpinecar 1,366.7 mi
23h 46m
$250–361

Chicago to Alpine by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,235.4 mi
Duration: 11h 16m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Alpine, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive to Alpine via 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, Chicago, Dallas Jefferson, Dallas, Midland, Odessa, TX, and Alpine in around 32h 46m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Alpine Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $550–1,200 and the journey takes 44h 21m.

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How to get fromChicago to Alpineby plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Alpine by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport, bus

Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Bus

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Drive 1,366.7 mi