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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ferndale is to bus via Jefferson & Griswold which costs $45 - $85 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Ferndale is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Ferndale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Ferndale. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Woodward & 9 Mile via S Washington & Fourth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Ferndale?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Ferndale. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Detroit via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Chicago to Ferndale?

The distance between Chicago and Ferndale is 290 miles. The road distance is 280.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Ferndale without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $90 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Chicago to Ferndale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ferndale bus from?

Chicago to Ferndale bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ferndale train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Ferndale?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ferndale is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Chicago to Ferndale bus arrive?

Chicago to Ferndale bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Royal Oak Amtrak station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Ferndale?

Ferndale is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:48 AM in Chicago and 5:48 AM in Ferndale.

Where does the Chicago to Ferndale train arrive?

Chicago to Ferndale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Detroit station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Ferndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Ferndale is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Chicago to Ferndale.

Where can I stay near Ferndale?

There are 599+ hotels available in Ferndale.

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There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Ferndale by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
5h 56m
$93–187
Bus via Jefferson & Griswold
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
7h 19m
$46–85
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Royal Oak Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 31m
$101–141
Drive 279.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Ferndalecar 279.1 mi
4h 45m
$51–74
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, line 461 bus
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Woodward & 9 Milebus
4h 51m
$136–469
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, line 461 bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Woodward & 9 Milebus
5h 21m
$136–659
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
6h 23m
$72–428
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit, line 461 bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
3. Take the bus from Grand Circus Park to Woodward & 9 Milebus
6h 19m
$634–1,074
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus, line 461 bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Woodward & 9 Milebus
6h 49m
$54–304

Chicago to Ferndale by train and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 288.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Ferndale, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Royal Oak Amtrak twice a week. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 5h 44m.

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