What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Grayslake?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Grayslake is to drive which costs $140 - $220 and takes 15h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Grayslake?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Grayslake is to fly and train which takes 6h 24m and costs $140 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Grayslake?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Grayslake station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Columbia, SC, Camden and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Grayslake?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Grayslake. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Grayslake via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 26m.

How far is it from Columbia to Grayslake?

The distance between Columbia and Grayslake is 719 miles. The road distance is 810 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Grayslake without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Grayslake without a car is to bus which takes 28h 6m and costs $170 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Grayslake?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Columbia to Grayslake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Grayslake bus from?

Columbia to Grayslake bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Grayslake train from?

Columbia to Grayslake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train or bus from Columbia to Grayslake?

The best way to get from Columbia to Grayslake is to bus which takes 28h 6m and costs $170 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $410 - $850 and takes 31h 26m.

Where does the Columbia to Grayslake bus arrive?

Columbia to Grayslake bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Camden station.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Grayslake?

Grayslake is 1h behind Columbia. It is currently 2:44 AM in Columbia and 1:44 AM in Grayslake.

Where does the Columbia to Grayslake train arrive?

Columbia to Grayslake train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Grayslake?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Grayslake is 810 miles. It takes approximately 15h 8m to drive from Columbia to Grayslake.

Where can I stay near Grayslake?

There are 183+ hotels available in Grayslake.

Columbia to Grayslake - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Grayslake by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly, train
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CAE - ORD
2. Take the train from Edgebrook to Grayslaketrain
6h 24m
$142–766
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
28h 6m
$174–344
Train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grayslaketrain Md-N
31h 26m
$411–844
Drive 805.3 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Grayslakecar 805.3 mi
15h 8m
$147–213

Columbia to Grayslake by train

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31h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 714.9 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Grayslake, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Grayslake via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Union Station, and Glenview in around 28h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Columbia Station to Grayslake via Chicago Union Station in around 31h 26m.

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