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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Shelby is to bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Shelby is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Shelby?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Shelby. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at 23 Mile & Kingwood via Dearborn Transit Center, Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 11 and Bel Air Shopping Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Shelby?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Shelby. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Royal Oak Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Chicago to Shelby?

The distance between Chicago and Shelby is 311 miles. The road distance is 299.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Shelby without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $130 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Chicago to Shelby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Shelby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Shelby train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Shelby?

The best way to get from Chicago to Shelby is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $130 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Dearborn, which costs $95 - $140 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Chicago to Shelby bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Shelby?

Shelby is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 10:06 AM in Chicago and 11:06 AM in Shelby.

Where does the Chicago to Shelby train arrive?

Chicago to Shelby train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Royal Oak Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Shelby?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Shelby is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Chicago to Shelby.

Where can I stay near Shelby?

There are 291+ hotels available in Shelby.

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

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

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 Royal Oak Amtraktrain Wolverine
6h 11m
$135–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 52m
$47–85
Bus via Dearborn (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 6m
$98–136
Drive 297.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Shelbycar 297.8 mi
5h 8m
$55–79
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit, line 5 bus, line 510 bus
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 Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 11 to 8 Mile @ Bel Air Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Bel Air Shopping Center to 23 Mile & Kingwoodbus
6h 29m
$138–471
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, line 5 bus, line 510 bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
2. Take the bus from Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 11 to 8 Mile @ Bel Air Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Bel Air Shopping Center to 23 Mile & Kingwoodbus
7h
$148–661
Train to South Bend, fly to Detroit, line 5 bus, line 510 bus
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Detroit (DTW)plane SBN - DTW
3. Take the bus from Rosa Parks Transit Center - Bay 11 to 8 Mile @ Bel Air Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Bel Air Shopping Center to 23 Mile & Kingwoodbus
8h 2m
$74–430
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus, line 5 bus, line 510 bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Larned & Shelby to 8 Mile @ Bel Air Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Bel Air Shopping Center to 23 Mile & Kingwoodbus
8h 23m
$56–305

Chicago to Shelby by bus (Amtrak)

2Weekly Buses

8h 6mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Shelby.

Launch map view

Distance: 308.8 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Shelby, Macomb County, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Royal Oak Amtrak 3 times a day. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 5h 44m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn twice a week. Tickets cost $90–130 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.