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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Gardner is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Gardner is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Gardner?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Gardner station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Dwight Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Chicago to Gardner?

The distance between Chicago and Gardner is 84 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Gardner without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Chicago to Gardner, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Gardner train from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Gardner train arrive?

Chicago to Gardner train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dwight Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Gardner?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Gardner is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Chicago to Gardner.

Where can I stay near Gardner?

There are eight+ hotels available in Gardner.

Chicago to Gardner - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago to Gardner by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Dwight Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
1h 31m
$54–88
Drive 68.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Gardnercar 68.8 mi
1h 17m
$13–19
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Michigan Ave & Van Buren St to Plainfield Park-N-Ridebus 850 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Plainfield Park-N-Ride to Gardnertaxi
2h 22m
$89–115

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Gardner, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Dwight Station twice daily. Tickets cost $24–50 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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