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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Plainfield is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Plainfield is to subway and fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $85 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at W. Perimeter Rd & Hoffman Rd via Ctc-A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Indianapolis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Chicago to Plainfield?

The distance between Chicago and Plainfield is 199 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Plainfield without a car is to bus which takes 4h 26m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Chicago to Plainfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Plainfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Plainfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Plainfield?

The best way to get from Chicago to Plainfield is to bus which takes 4h 26m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 5h 16m, you could also fly, which costs $440 - $1,200 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Chicago to Plainfield bus arrive?

Chicago to Plainfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Plainfield?

Plainfield is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 2:38 PM in Chicago and 3:38 PM in Plainfield.

Where does the Chicago to Plainfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Plainfield is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chicago to Plainfield.

Where can I stay near Plainfield?

There are 509+ hotels available in Plainfield.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
4h 26m
$46–74
Drive 178.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Plainfieldcar 178.3 mi
3h 18m
$33–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
5h 16m
$97–174
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
3h 9m
$442–1,130
Bus via Lafayette
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportbus Purdue
5h 33m
$73–110
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
2h 49m
$88–520

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Distance: 197.9 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Plainfield, Hendricks County, IN, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m. 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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