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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Elwood is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Elwood is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Elwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Elwood. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at City Of Anderson Transit System via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Chicago to Elwood?

The distance between Chicago and Elwood is 209 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Elwood without a car is to bus and taxi via South Bend which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Chicago to Elwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Elwood bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Elwood bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Elwood?

Elwood is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 6:17 AM in Chicago and 7:17 AM in Elwood.

Can I drive from Chicago to Elwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Elwood is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Chicago to Elwood.

Where can I stay near Elwood?

There are six+ hotels available in Elwood.

Chicago to Elwood - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Elwood by bus, taxi, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, taxi via South Bend
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INbus
2. Take the bus from South Street Station - South Bend to Manjas Inc - Kokomo, INbus
3. Take the taxi from Manjas Inc - Kokomo, IN to Elwoodtaxi
5h 20m
$51–82
Bus, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Fort Wayne, INbus
2. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to Marion, INbus
3. Take the taxi from Marion, IN to Elwoodtaxi
6h 36m
$29–104
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Pendleton, INbus Indianapolis
7h 5m
$131–223
Drive 178.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Elwoodcar 178.4 mi
3h 27m
$33–47
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to City Of Anderson Transit Systembus
5h 55m
$492–1,205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to City Of Anderson Transit Systembus Indianapolis
5h 36m
$94–143
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to City Of Anderson Transit Systembus
5h 36m
$138–595
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort Wayne International Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA)plane ORD - FWA
2. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to Marion, INbus
3. Take the taxi from Marion, IN to Elwoodtaxi
5h 41m
$74–355

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

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Elwood.

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Distance: 208 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Elwood via Indianapolis Union Station and City Of Anderson Transit System in around 5h 36m.

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