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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ohio is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Ohio is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $65 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Ohio?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Ohio. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Dixon Reagan Transit Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Ohio?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Ohio station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Princeton Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Chicago to Ohio?

The distance between Chicago and Ohio is 117 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Ohio without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Chicago to Ohio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ohio bus from?

Chicago to Ohio bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ohio train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Ohio?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ohio is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $100 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Chicago to Ohio bus arrive?

Chicago to Ohio bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Dixon Reagan Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago to Ohio train arrive?

Chicago to Ohio train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Princeton Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Ohio?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Ohio is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Chicago to Ohio.

Where can I stay near Ohio?

There are six+ hotels available in Ohio.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Ohio by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2h 2m
$69–118
Drive 105.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Ohiocar 105.2 mi
2h 33m
$20–28
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chicago to La Salle / Perubus Btw 1201
2. Take the taxi from La Salle / Peru to Ohiotaxi
2h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
3h 22m
$67–97

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Center twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 55m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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