What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station is to bus which costs $80 - $160 and takes 11h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station is to subway and fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $120 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Memphis Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Memphis Central Station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at FRONT STREET at FARMERS MARKET via Airways Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Memphis Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Memphis. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

The distance between Chicago and Memphis Central Station is 511 miles. The road distance is 535.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Memphis Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs $170 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Memphis Central Station bus from?

Chicago to Memphis Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Memphis Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

The best way to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs $170 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 11h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $650 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Chicago to Memphis Central Station bus arrive?

Chicago to Memphis Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Memphis Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Memphis Central Station train arrive?

Chicago to Memphis Central Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Memphis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Memphis Central Station is 535 miles. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Chicago to Memphis Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Memphis Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Memphis Central Station?

There are 450+ hotels available in Memphis Central Station.

Chicago to Memphis Central Station - 8 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Memphis Central Station by subway, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Memphis
best
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Memphis (MEM)plane MDW - MEM
5h 15m
$124–757
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Barkley Regional Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ORD - PAH
2. Drive from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Memphis Central Stationcar
6h 50m
$78–360
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Memphistrain City of New Orleans
10h 37m
$170–350
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0125
11h 1m
$84–158
Drive 532.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Memphis Central Stationcar 532.3 mi
8h 37m
$98–141
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Memphis
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Memphis (MEM)plane ORD - MEM
5h 41m
$104–607
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT)plane ORD - LIT
2. Take the bus from Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, AR to Tornado Bus Co - West Memphisbus
7h 23m
$154–551
Bus via Champaign
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Memphis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510
13h 37m
$121–191

Chicago to Memphis Central Station by train (Amtrak)

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10h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 507.9 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Memphis Central Station, TN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Memphis once daily. Tickets cost $170–350 and the journey takes 10h 37m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Memphis Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–160 and the journey takes 9h 20m. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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