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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Meijer E Washington St via Ctc-M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Indianapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The distance between Chicago and Philadelphia is 198 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia without a car is to bus via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) which takes 4h 11m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Chicago to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Philadelphia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Philadelphia train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Chicago to Philadelphia is to bus via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) which takes 4h 11m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $190 and takes 5h 22m, you could also fly, which costs $440 - $1,400 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Chicago to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Chicago to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 3:23 PM in Chicago and 4:23 PM in Philadelphia.

Where does the Chicago to Philadelphia train arrive?

Chicago to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Indianapolis station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Philadelphia is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Chicago to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 558+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Chicago to Philadelphia - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Philadelphia by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or subway

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Bus via Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
4h 11m
$50–79
Drive 196.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Philadelphiacar 196.6 mi
3h 35m
$36–52
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
5h 22m
$104–183
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
4h 52m
$444–1,331
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2514 / ...
4h 22m
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
4h 33m
$88–521

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND) flights

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Distance: 197.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Philadelphia, IN, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station 5 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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