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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ephrata is to bus via Harrisburg which costs $130 - $220 and takes 20h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Ephrata is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $90 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Ephrata?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Ephrata. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at W. Main & Arch St. via AMTRAK ETown and Queen St. Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 48m.

How far is it from Chicago to Ephrata?

The distance between Chicago and Ephrata is 649 miles. The road distance is 700.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Ephrata without a car is to train and taxi which takes 17h and costs $310 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Chicago to Ephrata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ephrata bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Ephrata?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ephrata is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $90 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus via Harrisburg, which costs $130 - $220 and takes 20h 48m.

Where does the Chicago to Ephrata bus arrive?

Chicago to Ephrata bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Ephrata?

Ephrata is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:05 PM in Chicago and 5:05 PM in Ephrata.

Can I drive from Chicago to Ephrata?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Ephrata is 701 miles. It takes approximately 11h 29m to drive from Chicago to Ephrata.

Where can I stay near Ephrata?

There are 226+ hotels available in Ephrata.

Chicago to Ephrata - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Ephrata by plane, train, taxi, bus (Flixbus), or car

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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lancaster (LNS)plane ORD - LNS
4h 8m
$94–396
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Elizabethtown Amtrak Station to Ephratataxi
17h
$314–594
Bus via Harrisburg (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
20h 48m
$130–219
Drive 696.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Ephratacar 696.5 mi
11h 29m
$128–184
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Readingbus FlixBus N2642
21h 4m
$168–265

Chicago to Ephrata by bus and train (Flixbus)

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20h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 645.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Ephrata, PA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lancaster (LNS) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $120–210 and the journey takes 15h 55m.

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