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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Clayton is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Clayton is to subway and fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Clayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Clayton. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at W. Perimeter Rd & Hoffman Rd via Ctc-A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Clayton?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Clayton. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Indianapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Chicago to Clayton?

The distance between Chicago and Clayton is 206 miles. The road distance is 180.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Clayton without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $55 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Chicago to Clayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Clayton bus from?

Chicago to Clayton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Clayton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Clayton?

The best way to get from Chicago to Clayton is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 5h 27m, you could also fly, which costs $450 - $1,200 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Chicago to Clayton bus arrive?

Chicago to Clayton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Clayton?

Clayton is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 1:45 PM in Chicago and 2:45 PM in Clayton.

Where does the Chicago to Clayton train arrive?

Chicago to Clayton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Clayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Clayton is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Chicago to Clayton.

Where can I stay near Clayton?

There are 572+ hotels available in Clayton.

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Clayton by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or subway

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
4h 37m
$59–94
Drive 179.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Claytoncar 179.1 mi
3h 19m
$33–48
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
5h 27m
$113–194
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
3h 19m
$458–1,150
Bus via Lafayette
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportbus Purdue
5h 43m
$88–130
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
2h 59m
$102–540

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

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Distance: 205.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Clayton, IN, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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