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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cleveland is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Cleveland is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cleveland?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Cleveland station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Moline Center Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Chicago to Cleveland?

The distance between Chicago and Cleveland is 204 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Cleveland without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 21m and costs $160 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Chicago to Cleveland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Cleveland bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Cleveland?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cleveland is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $330 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Chicago to Cleveland bus arrive?

Chicago to Cleveland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Moline Center Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Cleveland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Cleveland is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Chicago to Cleveland.

Where can I stay near Cleveland?

There are 92+ hotels available in Cleveland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Cleveland by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the taxi from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Clevelandtaxi
3h 21m
$163–244
Drive 161.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Clevelandcar 161.2 mi
2h 43m
$30–43
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
4h 36m
$72–105
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
3h 9m
$78–325

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.3 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Moline Center Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–50 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) every 4 hours.

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