What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) is to drive which costs $140 - $220 and takes 14h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) is to fly and train which takes 6h 30m and costs $60 - $340.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Great Lakes (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Great Lakes (Station). However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Great Lakes via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 17m.

How far is it from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)?

The distance between Columbia and Great Lakes (Station) is 722 miles. The road distance is 803.7 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) without a car is to bus and train which takes 27h 21m and costs $170 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) train from?

Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Great Lakes (Station)?

Great Lakes (Station) is 1h behind Columbia. It is currently 2:20 PM in Columbia and 1:20 PM in Great Lakes (Station).

Where does the Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) train arrive?

Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) is 804 miles. It takes approximately 14h 54m to drive from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station).

Where can I stay near Great Lakes (Station)?

There are 152+ hotels available in Great Lakes (Station).

Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) by plane, train, bus, 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 Clybourn to Great Lakestrain
6h 30m
$64–334
Bus, train
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
4. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain
27h 21m
$172–336
Train
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain Up-N
31h 17m
$405–843
Drive 799 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Great Lakes (Station)car 799 mi
14h 54m
$146–211

Columbia to Great Lakes (Station) by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

31h 17mAverage Duration

$405Cheapest Price

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Distance: 718.2 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Great Lakes (Station), IL, USA?

You can take a train from Columbia Station to Great Lakes via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 31h 17m.

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