What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 46m and costs $140 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Lake Orion (Michigan)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Lake Orion (Michigan) station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Lake Orion (Michigan)?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Lake Orion (Michigan) station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

The distance between Chicago and Lake Orion (Michigan) is 278 miles. The road distance is 290.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $140 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) bus from?

Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) train from?

Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $140 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $210 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) bus arrive?

Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pontiac Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Lake Orion (Michigan)?

Lake Orion (Michigan) is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 2:15 PM in Chicago and 3:15 PM in Lake Orion (Michigan).

Where does the Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) train arrive?

Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) is 291 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan).

Where can I stay near Lake Orion (Michigan)?

There are 313+ hotels available in Lake Orion (Michigan).

Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan) by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, bus, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the taxi from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Lake Orion (Michigan)taxi
3h 46m
$142–405
Drive 289.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chicago to Lake Orion (Michigan)car 289.1 mi
5h 7m
$53–77
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
6h 30m
$144–257
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 30m
$151–207
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, 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 Auburn Mile Arrivebus
6h 11m
$172–514
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, 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 Auburn Mile Arrivebus
6h 42m
$192–704
Bus via Detroit
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Griswold to Auburn Mile Arrivebus 462
8h 30m
$82–133

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) flights

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Distance: 276.7 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Lake Orion (Michigan), MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $95–200 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station twice a week. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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