What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 19h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach is to fly and line 60 bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Old Orchard Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Old Orchard Beach. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at School St via New York Midtown and St John St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Old Orchard Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Old Orchard Beach. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Old Orchard Beach Amtrak via Back Bay and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 16m.

How far is it from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

The distance between Chicago and Old Orchard Beach is 933 miles. The road distance is 1030 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach without a car is to train which takes 25h 16m and costs $360 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Old Orchard Beach bus from?

Chicago to Old Orchard Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Old Orchard Beach train from?

Chicago to Old Orchard Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

The best way to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach is to train which takes 25h 16m and costs $360 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $330 and takes 27h 4m.

Where does the Chicago to Old Orchard Beach bus arrive?

Chicago to Old Orchard Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Old Orchard Beach?

Old Orchard Beach is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:27 PM in Chicago and 11:27 PM in Old Orchard Beach.

Where does the Chicago to Old Orchard Beach train arrive?

Chicago to Old Orchard Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Old Orchard Beach is 1030 miles. It takes approximately 19h 6m to drive from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach?

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Where can I stay near Old Orchard Beach?

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Chicago to Old Orchard Beach - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Old Orchard Beach by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or train

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Portland, line 60 bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Portland (PWM)plane MDW - PWM
2. Take the bus from St John St to School Stbus
6h 33m
$126–611
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Portland (PWM)plane ORD - PWM
2. Take the bus from St John St to School Stbus
6h 58m
$102–481
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Old Orchard Beach Amtraktrain Downeaster
25h 16m
$365–737
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2641 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
27h 4m
$202–328
Drive 1,024 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Old Orchard Beachcar 1,024 mi
19h 6m
$187–270
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane ORD - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Old Orchard Beach Amtraktrain
7h 54m
$640–974
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane MDW - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Old Orchard Beach Amtraktrain
7h 36m
$140–564
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Manchester Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane MDW - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
3. Take the train from Boston to Old Orchard Beach Amtraktrain
9h 37m
$144–644

Chicago to Old Orchard Beach by train and subway (Amtrak)

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25h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 928 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Old Orchard Beach, ME, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Old Orchard Beach Amtrak via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 25h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to School St via New York Midtown, City of Portland, and St John St in around 27h 4m.

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