What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $95 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Marion, IL?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Marion, IL station. However, there are services departing from 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and arriving at Marathon Gas Station - Marion via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Marion, IL?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Marion, IL. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Carbondale via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Chicago to Marion, IL?

The distance between Chicago and Marion, IL is 323 miles. The road distance is 320.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Marion, IL without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs $110 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Marion, IL?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Chicago to Marion, IL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Marion, IL bus from?

Chicago to Marion, IL bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Marion, IL train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Marion, IL?

The best way to get from Chicago to Marion, IL is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $95 - $250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 5h 52m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Chicago to Marion, IL bus arrive?

Chicago to Marion, IL bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Marathon Gas Station - Marion.

Where does the Chicago to Marion, IL train arrive?

Chicago to Marion, IL train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carbondale station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Marion, IL?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Marion, IL is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Chicago to Marion, IL.

Where can I stay near Marion, IL?

There are 60+ hotels available in Marion, IL.

Chicago to Marion, IL - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Marion, IL by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane ORD - MWA
3h 15m
$96–242
Fly to Evansville, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Evansville (EVV)plane ORD - EVV
2. Drive from Evansville (EVV) to Marion, ILcar
5h 7m
$58–310
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
5h 52m
$118–233
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Marathon Gas Station - Marionbus Chicago / ...
6h 45m
$78–104
Drive 318.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Marion, ILcar 318.4 mi
5h 15m
$59–84
Fly to Barkley Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ORD - PAH
2. Take the taxi from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Marion, ILtaxi
4h 16m
$168–455

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) flights

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Distance: 320.9 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

American Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–190 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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