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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Tennessee is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Tennessee is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $110 - $200.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Tennessee?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Tennessee station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Macomb Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Chicago to Tennessee?

The distance between Chicago and Tennessee is 261 miles. The road distance is 241.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Tennessee without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $110 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Chicago to Tennessee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Tennessee train from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Tennessee train arrive?

Chicago to Tennessee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Macomb Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Tennessee?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Tennessee is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Chicago to Tennessee.

Where can I stay near Tennessee?

There are five+ hotels available in Tennessee.

Chicago to Tennessee - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Tennessee by train (Amtrak), car, plane, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
3h 38m
$111–198
Drive 239.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Tennesseecar 239.9 mi
4h 47m
$44–64
Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
2. Take the taxi from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Tennesseetaxi
4h 19m
$158–265
Fly to Quincy Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)plane ORD - UIN
2. Take the taxi from Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) to Tennesseetaxi
4h 9m
$188–305

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Tennessee, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Station twice daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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