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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Chicago is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 18h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Chicago is to train and fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $110 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Chestnut St. and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Portsmouth Bus Stop and New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Chicago Union Station via North Station and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 59m.

How far is it from Dover to Chicago?

The distance between Dover and Chicago is 944 miles. The road distance is 996 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 24h 59m and costs $270 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Dover to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Chicago bus from?

Dover to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portsmouth Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Chicago train from?

Dover to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dover station.

Train or bus from Dover to Chicago?

The best way to get from Dover to Chicago is to train which takes 24h 59m and costs $270 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $290 and takes 29h 9m.

Where does the Dover to Chicago bus arrive?

Dover to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Dover and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Dover. It is currently 11:18 AM in Dover and 10:18 AM in Chicago.

Where does the Dover to Chicago train arrive?

Dover to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Dover to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Chicago is 996 miles. It takes approximately 18h 11m to drive from Dover to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Chicago?

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Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1301+ hotels available in Chicago.

Dover to Chicago - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Dover to Chicago by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Dover to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BOS - MDW
6h 24m
$110–496
Train to Portland, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dover to Portlandtrain
2. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PWM - ORD
6h 58m
$98–461
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dover to Bostontrain Downeaster
2. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
24h 59m
$270–642
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Portsmouth Bus Stop to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2615
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
29h 9m
$182–286
Drive 990.2 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Chicagocar 990.2 mi
18h 11m
$181–261
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Dover to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BOS - ORD
6h 42m
$625–946
Train to Portland, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the train from Dover to Portlandtrain
2. Fly from Portland (PWM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PWM - MDW
6h 29m
$118–591
Train, bus to Manchester Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the train from Dover to Bostontrain
2. Take the bus from Boston to Boston Manchester Airportbus
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MHT - MDW
8h 2m
$150–710
Train, bus to Manchester Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Dover to Bostontrain
2. Take the bus from Boston to Boston Manchester Airportbus
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MHT - ORD
8h 29m
$125–560
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover to Woburn Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane BOS - MKE
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
9h 3m
$695–2,005

Dover to Chicago by train and subway (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

24h 59mAverage Duration

$270Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Chicago.

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Distance: 938.2 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Dover, NH, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Dover to Chicago Union Station via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, and Boston in around 24h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chestnut St. to Chicago Bus Station via Hanover Station, Portsmouth Bus Stop, and New York Midtown in around 29h 9m.

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