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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Kentucky is to bus which costs $50 - $60 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Kentucky is to subway and fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Kentucky?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Train Station station and arriving at Louisville Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Chicago to Kentucky?

The distance between Chicago and Kentucky is 298 miles. The road distance is 295.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $50 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Chicago to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Kentucky bus from?

Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Train Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Chicago to Kentucky is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $150 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $60 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Chicago to Kentucky bus arrive?

Chicago to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Louisville Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 5:36 PM in Chicago and 6:36 PM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Chicago to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Kentucky is 295 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Chicago to Kentucky.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Kentucky?

Book your Chicago to Kentucky bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 623+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Chicago to Kentucky - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

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

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)plane ORD - CVG
3h 52m
$154–807
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ORD - LEX
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Centre Parkway @ 1349bus
5h 34m
$44–297
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Train Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
6h 35m
$50–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
7h 44m
$70–158
Drive 293.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Louisvillecar 293.6 mi
5h 4m
$54–78
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)plane MDW - CVG
3h 39m
$154–367
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MDW - SDF
4h 4m
$98–708
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane ORD - SDF
4h 29m
$74–488
Bus via Lafayette (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
7h 35m
$54–94

Chicago to Kentucky by bus

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Train Station to Louisville Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Amtrak Thruway also services this route twice daily.

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