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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Dover is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 18h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Dover is to fly and train which takes 6h 54m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Chestnut / Orchard Sts. via New York Midtown and Hanover Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Dover. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Dover via Back Bay and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 33m.

How far is it from Chicago to Dover?

The distance between Chicago and Dover is 957 miles. The road distance is 995.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Dover without a car is to train which takes 24h 33m and costs $260 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Chicago to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Dover bus from?

Chicago to Dover bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Dover?

The best way to get from Chicago to Dover is to train which takes 24h 33m and costs $260 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $290 and takes 28h 42m.

Where does the Chicago to Dover bus arrive?

Chicago to Dover bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Dover?

Dover is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 11:17 AM in Chicago and 12:17 PM in Dover.

Where does the Chicago to Dover train arrive?

Chicago to Dover train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Dover is 995 miles. It takes approximately 18h 12m to drive from Chicago to Dover.

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

Book your Chicago to Dover train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 277+ hotels available in Dover.

Chicago to Dover - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Chicago to Dover by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane ORD - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Dovertrain
7h 7m
$624–949
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester Airport, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane ORD - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
3. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain
9h 16m
$100–451
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain Downeaster
24h 33m
$269–634
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Portsmouth Bus Stopbus FlixBus N2615
28h 42m
$189–286
Drive 989.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Dovercar 989.7 mi
18h 12m
$181–261
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane MDW - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Dovertrain
6h 54m
$124–599
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Portland (PWM)plane ORD - PWM
2. Take the train from Portland to Dovertrain
7h 35m
$102–481
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Portland, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Portland (PWM)plane MDW - PWM
2. Take the train from Portland to Dovertrain
7h 8m
$128–691
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Manchester Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane MDW - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
3. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain
8h 53m
$130–611
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane MDW - PVD
2. Take the train from TF Green Airport to Rugglestrain
3. Take the train from Boston to Dovertrain
8h 58m
$106–464

Chicago to Dover by train and subway (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

24h 33mAverage Duration

$269Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Dover.

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Distance: 951.4 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Dover, NH, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Dover via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 24h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Chestnut / Orchard Sts. via New York Midtown, Portsmouth Bus Stop, and Hanover Station in around 28h 42m.

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