What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Estes Park?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Estes Park is to bus which costs $170 - $320 and takes 24h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Estes Park?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Estes Park is to fly and shuttle which takes 7h 4m and costs $200 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Estes Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Estes Park. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Estes Park Visitor Center via Union Station Gate B4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 40m.

How far is it from Chicago to Estes Park?

The distance between Chicago and Estes Park is 998 miles. The road distance is 1026.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Estes Park without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Estes Park without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 1m and costs $350 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Estes Park?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Chicago to Estes Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Estes Park bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Estes Park bus arrive?

Chicago to Estes Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Estes Park?

Estes Park is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 10:46 PM in Chicago and 9:46 PM in Estes Park.

Can I drive from Chicago to Estes Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Estes Park is 1026 miles. It takes approximately 16h 51m to drive from Chicago to Estes Park.

Where can I stay near Estes Park?

There are 496+ hotels available in Estes Park.

Chicago to Estes Park - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Estes Park by plane, shuttle, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Denver, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN)plane MDW - DEN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Denver International Airport to Estes Park, Coshuttle
7h 4m
$208–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Estes Park Visitor Centerbus Estes
24h 40m
$172–315
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Estes Park Visitor Centerbus Estes
22h 1m
$352–693
Drive 1,020.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Estes Parkcar 1,020.5 mi
16h 51m
$187–269
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Denver, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN)plane ORD - DEN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Denver International Airport to Estes Park, Coshuttle
7h 25m
$258–550
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Denver, shuttle
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Denver (DEN)plane MKE - DEN
3. Take a shuttle bus from Denver International Airport to Estes Park, Coshuttle
8h 28m
$235–795
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane MDW - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airportbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Denver International Airport to Estes Park, Coshuttle
9h 54m
$228–690

Chicago to Estes Park by train and bus

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22h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 991.7 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Estes Park, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Estes Park Visitor Center via Denver Union Station and Union Station Gate B4 in around 24h 40m.

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