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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Florence is to bus which costs $50 - $85 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Florence is to subway and fly and line 1 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Florence?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Florence. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Main at Christian via Vine St & Martin Luther King Dr and Government Square Area F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Chicago to Florence?

The distance between Chicago and Florence is 293 miles. The road distance is 289.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Florence without a car is to bus which takes 7h 33m and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Chicago to Florence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Florence bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Florence bus arrive?

Chicago to Florence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Cincinnati station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Florence?

Florence is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 7:25 AM in Chicago and 8:25 AM in Florence.

Can I drive from Chicago to Florence?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Florence is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Chicago to Florence.

Where can I stay near Florence?

There are 558+ hotels available in Florence.

Chicago to Florence - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, line 1 bus, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Florence by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), train, car, or subway

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington, line 1 bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)plane ORD - CVG
2. Take the bus from Thoroughbred at Turfway to Dixie at Turfwaybus
4h 23m
$156–859
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514 / ...
7h 33m
$50–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Greyhound Station Cincinnatibus Detroit / ...
10h 58m
$80–184
Drive 287.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Florencecar 287.7 mi
5h 15m
$53–76
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Covington, line 1 bus
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)plane MDW - CVG
3. Take the bus from Thoroughbred at Turfway to Dixie at Turfwaybus
3h 59m
$156–369
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ORD - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Florencecar
4h 35m
$116–675

Chicago to Florence by bus (Flixbus)

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7h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Florence, KY, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati twice daily. Tickets cost $45–80 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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