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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Jacksonville is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Jacksonville is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 39m and costs $120 - $400.

How far is it from Chicago to Jacksonville?

The distance between Chicago and Jacksonville is 218 miles. The road distance is 231.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Jacksonville without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 40m and costs $140 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Chicago to Jacksonville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chicago to Jacksonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Jacksonville is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Chicago to Jacksonville.

Where can I stay near Jacksonville?

There are seven+ hotels available in Jacksonville.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Jacksonville by train, taxi, bus, car, or plane

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the taxi from Springfield to Jacksonvilletaxi
3h 40m
$145–232
Drive 230.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Jacksonvillecar 230.3 mi
4h 5m
$42–61
Bus, taxi (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the taxi from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Jacksonvilletaxi
4h 52m
$126–169
Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ORD - SPI
2. Take the taxi from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Jacksonvilletaxi
3h 39m
$128–395
Fly to Quincy Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)plane ORD - UIN
2. Take the taxi from Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) to Jacksonvilletaxi
4h 37m
$178–295

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Jacksonville. However, you can take the train to Springfield then take the taxi to Jacksonville. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center then take the taxi to Jacksonville.

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