What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $55 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between East Lansing and O'Hare?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lansing to O'Hare. However, there are services departing from WBD Gr. River past MAC AVE and arriving at East River Rd & Berwyn via East Lansing Amtrak Station, Jefferson & Washington and Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between East Lansing and O'Hare?

No, there is no direct train from East Lansing station to O'Hare. However, there are services departing from East Lansing Amtrak Station and arriving at Cumberland via Jackson-Blue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from East Lansing to O'Hare?

The distance between East Lansing and O'Hare is 190 miles. The road distance is 234.2 miles.

How do I travel from East Lansing to O'Hare without a car?

The best way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs $60 - $160.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to O'Hare?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from East Lansing to O'Hare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to O'Hare bus from?

East Lansing to O'Hare bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the East Lansing to O'Hare train from?

East Lansing to O'Hare train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from East Lansing Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from East Lansing to O'Hare?

The best way to get from East Lansing to O'Hare is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $55 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $160 and takes 5h 52m, you could also bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the East Lansing to O'Hare bus arrive?

East Lansing to O'Hare bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between East Lansing and O'Hare?

O'Hare is 1h behind East Lansing. It is currently 7:36 AM in East Lansing and 6:36 AM in O'Hare.

Where does the East Lansing to O'Hare train arrive?

East Lansing to O'Hare train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from East Lansing to O'Hare?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to O'Hare is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from East Lansing to O'Hare.

Where can I stay near O'Hare?

There are 1392+ hotels available in O'Hare.

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There are 5 ways to get from East Lansing to O'Hare by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
1h 48m
$58–265
Drive 232.8 mi
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1. Drive from East Lansing to O'Harecar 232.8 mi
4h 4m
$43–62
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
5h 52m
$61–159
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 53m
$54–79
Bus via South Haven
1. Take the bus from East Lansing Michigan Flyer to South Haven Potatoes Plusbus 1483
2. Take the bus from South Haven to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
7h 53m
$45–79

East Lansing to O'Hare by bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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5h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and O'Hare, IL, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–150 and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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