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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Colchester is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $100 - $200.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Colchester station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Macomb Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Chicago to Colchester?

The distance between Chicago and Colchester is 259 miles. The road distance is 238.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Chicago to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Colchester train from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Colchester is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Chicago to Colchester.

Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are four+ hotels available in Colchester.

Chicago to Colchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Colchester by train (Amtrak), car, plane, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
3h 34m
$105–191
Drive 237.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Colchestercar 237.4 mi
4h 43m
$44–63
Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
2. Take the taxi from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Colchestertaxi
4h 21m
$158–265
Fly to Quincy Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)plane ORD - UIN
2. Take the taxi from Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) to Colchestertaxi
4h 12m
$198–315

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Station twice daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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