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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Richmond is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Richmond is to fly and drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $50 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Gratiot & 23 Mile via Dearborn Transit Center and Larned & Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Richmond station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Port Huron Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Chicago to Richmond?

The distance between Chicago and Richmond is 339 miles. The road distance is 314.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Richmond without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $160 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Chicago to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Richmond bus from?

Chicago to Richmond bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Richmond train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Richmond?

The best way to get from Chicago to Richmond is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $160 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn, which costs $130 - $190 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Chicago to Richmond bus arrive?

Chicago to Richmond bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Dearborn station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Richmond?

Richmond is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:07 AM in Chicago and 5:07 AM in Richmond.

Where does the Chicago to Richmond train arrive?

Chicago to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Port Huron Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Richmond is 315 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Chicago to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 37+ hotels available in Richmond.

Chicago to Richmond - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and subway

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Port Huron Stationtrain Blue Water
6h 57m
$166–293
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Drive from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Richmondcar
4h 13m
$54–302
Bus via Dearborn
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Larned & Griswold to Gratiot & 23 Milebus 561
7h 16m
$136–182
Drive 313.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Richmondcar 313.1 mi
5h 28m
$58–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Larned & Griswold to Gratiot & 23 Milebus 561
7h 21m
$131–236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Larned & Griswold to Gratiot & 23 Milebus 561
7h 59m
$85–134
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, bus, taxi
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
3. Take the bus from Larned & Griswold to Gratiot & 23 Milebus
4. Take the taxi from Gratiot & 23 Mile to Richmondtaxi
5h 39m
$176–519
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the bus from Larned & Griswold to Gratiot & 23 Milebus
3. Take the taxi from Gratiot & 23 Mile to Richmondtaxi
6h 10m
$176–709

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.7 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Richmond, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Port Huron Station once daily. Tickets cost $100–210 and the journey takes 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Union Station to Richmond via Dearborn Transit Center, Larned & Griswold, and Gratiot & 23 Mile in around 7h 16m.

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